Seventh and eighth graders can sign up now for free college tuition later
The College Bound Scholarship supports low-income youth in Washington State through an early commitment of financial aid for students whose families might not otherwise consider college because of the cost. The scholarship is a state-funded program administered by the Washington Student Achievement Council. The scholarship will cover tuition for up to four years at a Washington public or private university or a community, technical or private career college. It also covers some fees and a small book allowance.
Eligibility: Students in the 7th or 8th grade must meet one or more of the following requirements:
- The family receives basic food or TANF benefits
- The family's income falls within the program's established guidelines
- The student is in foster care or is a dependent of the state
In order to receive the scholarship, the student must pledge to and achieve this:
- Graduate from a Washington state high school with a 2.0 GPA or higher. GEDs do not qualify
- Demonstrate good citizenship and not be convicted of a felony
- Complete the Free Application for Student Aid (FAFSA) or Washington Application for State Financial Aid (WASFA) and be accepted to an eligible program or college
How to apply:
Complete the online application by June 30
Do you have questions or need help applying? You can call or email the following:
- College Bound Scholarship: 1-888-535-0747 or collegebound@wsac.wa.gov
- Ty Edwards, SHA Youth Engagement Specialist, 206.883.7841 (call or text) or email ty.edwards@seattlehousing.org
- If you need additional help, complete the College Bound Registration form and Ty will contact you