Anyone wanting to attend NCHEP is eligible to apply for financial aid, but the Alliance prioritizes applications from formerly incarcerated attendees who would be receiving financial aid from the Alliance for the first time.

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Due to the overwhelming response for financial aid opportunities over the past few years and the limited funds available, financial aid will be awarded through a lottery system. We will hold one lottery for formerly incarcerated applicants who have never received NCHEP financial aid, and one for all other applicants. If we receive additional funding, we will continue awarding aid from the remaining pool of applicants.

Applications are due by October 19, 2025 and we will send award notifications by mid November 2025. Please direct any questions to nchep@higheredinprison.org.

Please direct any questions to nchep@higheredinprison.org.

Types of Financial Support

Applicants can apply for some or all of the following types of support.

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REGISTRATION

The registration fee for NCHEP 14 was $375. While we have not yet finalized the price for NCHEP 15, please know that we are committed to making the event both affordable and exceptional for all attendees. We are mindful of rising costs, and any adjustments to the cost of registration will reflect our dedication to providing a valuable and unique experience for everyone involved.

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TRAVEL

Flights or other forms of travel to Cleveland will be covered for financial aid recipients. Financial aid recipients must book their travel through the Alliance for the cost to be covered upfront. Flights and other forms of travel booked outside of the Alliance can be submitted for reimbursement if pre-approved. Information on this process will be provided with award packages.

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HOTEL

The Alliance will reserve hotel accommodations for financial aid recipients for April 7-April 10, 2026 (4 nights). Financial aid recipients planning to stay at the conference hotel for additional nights (prior to or following the conference) will need to book these reservations independent of the accommodations booked by the Alliance and pay for these accommodations on their own.

Please Note: Financial aid recipients who elect to book their stay independent of the Alliance (through an online booking platform) can submit documentation for reimbursement; however, we cannot guarantee that it will be eligible in every case. More information will be provided with award packages.

 

ADDITIONAL COSTS

The NCHEP 15 registration fee will cover a limited amount of food, but not all meals. A Visa gift card in the amount of $100 will be provided to financial aid recipients to supplement food costs. 

Additional reimbursements include:

• Travel to and from the airport
• Food up to $50.00 on travel days 

More information about how to submit reimbursement requests will be provided with award packages.