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WA College Bound Scholarship

Run by WA Student Achievement Council, a state agency

Promise scholarship for low-income WA students who pledge in middle school. Covers tuition, fees, and a stipend at WA public colleges.

Award
Full tuition at WA public college + stipend
Deadline
Pledge by 8th grade; renew annually
Run by
WA Student Achievement Council
State

Who it's for

  • WA resident
  • Pledge in 7th or 8th grade
  • Income ≤65% SMI at graduation
  • Graduate on time
  • No felony conviction

WA Student Achievement Council decides who gets help.

How to apply

You apply on the program's own website. GrantLantern doesn't process applications. We link you straight to the source.

Apply at wsac.wa.gov

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WA College Bound Scholarship is one option. What else may help?

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Where this comes from

Details are based on the program's official information. WA Student Achievement Council decides who is eligible, not GrantLantern. Check current requirements on their site before you apply.

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