Washington State Aid ProgramsThe state of Washington funds a variety of financial aid programs to help students and their families pay for college. Following this list is a brief description for each program. The links will direct you to program-specific pages with information on eligibility, deadlines, and how to apply.
Program DescriptionsAlternative Routes to Teacher Certification Conditional Scholarship - To help school districts recruit teachers in subject matter and geographic areas with a teacher shortage. American Indian Endowed Scholarship - For financially needy undergraduate and graduate students with close social and cultural ties to a Native American community. College Bound Scholarship - A new scholarship program designed to cover the cost of tuition, fees and books for low-income students who pledge in 7th or 8th grade to graduate from high school and demonstrate good citizenship. Educational Opportunity Grant - College students with junior standing who want to complete a bachelor’s degree may be eligible for this grant. FAFSA - Free Application for Federal Student Aid - FAFSA is the form used by virtually all two and four-year colleges, universities, and career schools in the country, for the awarding of federal student aid and most state and college aid. Future Teachers Conditional Scholarship and Loan Repayment - For current teachers seeking shortage subject endorsements and current students and paraprofessionals who want to become teachers in Washington K-12 public schools. GET Ready for Math and Science Conditional Scholarship Program - A new conditional scholarship for high school students who achieve a level four on the math or science portion of the tenth grade WASL, earn an undergraduate degree in a qualified math or science program, and upon college graduation, commit to work in Washington State for three years in a qualified math or science occupation. Health Professional Loan Repayment & Scholarship - Participants in these programs agree to provide primary care health care in rural or underserved urban areas in Washington with designated shortages. Passport to College Promise Scholarship Program - Foster youth receive support to prepare for and succeed in college. Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship - Washington high school seniors who demonstrate outstanding academic achievement and show promise of continued academic excellence are selected to apply. State Need Grant - Undergraduate resident students with significant financial need may be eligible for these awards. State Work Study - Undergraduate and graduate students with financial need can earn money for college and gain work experience through part-time work study placement. Washington Award for Vocational Excellence
(WAVE) Washington Scholars - These high school students from each of the 49 state legislative districts are eligible for grants in recognition of outstanding academic achievement, leadership, and community service. WICHE - Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education Student Exchange - Washington residents can enroll in eligible undergraduate and graduate programs in 14 western states at reduced tuition rates. Back to top
For more information about state student financial aid programs please contact us at: Email: finaid@hecb.wa.gov Phone: 360-753-7850 |
Up to $5,000 to Complete Your Bachelor's Degree.
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