The Building Industry Association is pleased to offer an affordable pathway to careers in the building industry through the programs at the Enzweiler Building Institute.
Our evening format allows students to work full time while attending school, which enables most students to afford our tuition out-of-pocket. Students can start their careers without the burden of financial aid.
Students are encouraged to consider the following alternatives that may be available to help pay for their schooling:
financial aid alternatives
Military Benefits
The Building Industry Association of Northern Kentucky is approved institution for military benefits. To learn more about your specific eligibility, please contact Vicki Berling.
financial aid alternatives
Employer Support
Many employers offer tuition assistance. Many plans reimburse students based on their grade performance while other employers pay directly. Students are advised to talk to their supervisors or the human resources department to learn more.
financial aid alternatives
Payment Plans
Each year, tuition at the Enzweiler Building Institute is due on August 31. Students can save money by paying in full by August 31. Students who need to spread their payments over several months can opt for our payment plan with final payment due by December 31. To set up your payment plan, contact Vicki Berling.
financial aid alternatives
Kentucky Educational Excellence Scholarship (“KEES”)
We are pleased to announce that effective with the 2020-21 school year, KEES monies can be applied to programs at the Enzweiler Building Institute. Students will be informed about the process as soon as details are available from the Kentucky Higher Education Assistance Authority (KHEAA).
financial aid alternatives
Scholarships and Awards
Each year, we award a variety of scholarships to deserving students. Funding comes from our members and reflect their commitment to training in the skilled construction trades. Our Sales and Marketing Council is particularly committed to awarding annual scholarship. Several employers, such as Carter Lumber and Expert Irrigation, have stepped up to provide their own generous scholarship offers. Incoming and continuing students are encouraged to check this site each January for a list of available awards. Or contact Vicki Berling for more information.
2019-2020 Enzweiler
Scholarships for the 2019-20 school year have been awarded to the following outstanding students:
Three students were selected to receive a $500 scholarship from the BIA Sales and Marketing Council, to be applied to their enrollment at EBI:
Brian Tobergte received a full scholarship from Expert Irrigation Services. Brian also accepted a full-time job with Expert Irrigation. He will be enrolling in the welding program.
The Enzweiler Building Institute also believes in celebrating excellence and presented the following awards for the 2019-20 school year:
outstanding student
of the year
Sam Hoppius
Third-year electric student Sam Hoppius was selected as the “Outstanding Student of the Year” for the evening adult program, based on his excellence in the classroom and his passion for the field of electric.
instructor of the year
Tony Hoekstra
HVAC Instructor Tony Hoekstra was named “Instructor of the Year.” Tony has been teaching in the program for more than 10 years and is known for his creativity in the classroom.
The following students in the high school “Introduction to the Skilled Construction Trades” Program were honored in May 2019:
outstanding juniors
Adam Hicks and Blake Wolfzorn
Adam Hicks of Boone County High School and Blake Wolfzorn of Ryle High School were named as the outstanding juniors. Both will be pursuing co-op opportunities in their senior year to further their education in the building industry.
outstanding seniors
Branden Wright and Chase Suttles
Branden Wright, who graduated from Boone County High School, and Chase Suttles, who graduated from Dixie High School, were selected as the outstanding seniors. Both intend to enroll in the carpentry program this fall.
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