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Scholarships are one way to help cover the costs of education. Unlike loans, they do not have to be repaid.

Scholarships can be awarded based on grades, achievement, or need. The application process is separate from financial aid and deadlines are spread throughout the year. A scholarship can cover all or part of tuition costs, so it's worth applying to reduce education expenses. 

Scholarships

The Washington State Opportunity Scholarship (WSOS) supports Washington students on their path to high-demand careers in occupations. WSOS offers several pathways to high-demand careers in Washington state.
  • Career & Technical Scholarship: For Opportunity Scholars who intend to earn their certificate, apprenticeship, or associate degree. CTS provides up to $1,500 per quarter for apprenticeship, certificate, or associate degree programs in STEM, health care, and the trades. offered at Âé¶¹´«Ã½. Enter Âé¶¹´«Ã½ in the search box to view program options.
  • Baccalaureate Scholarship: For Opportunity Scholars who intend to earn their bachelor’s degree — including those who want to transfer or receive their bachelor’s degree from a community college. The Baccalaureate Scholarship (BaS) provides up to $22,500 in scholarship funding to students pursuing bachelor’s degrees in high-demand STEM and health care majors in Washington state. See if your .

The College Bound Commitment is an early commitment of state financial aid to eligible students who enroll in middle school and meet the pledge requirements. The College Bound Commitment covers the cost of tuition at public college rates, some fees, and a small book allowance. 

The Washington State Governors’ Scholarship for Foster Youth is a scholarship program that helps young people from foster care continue their education and earn a college degree.

Passport to Careers

The Passport to Careers program helps Washington students who have been in various types of foster care or who have experienced unaccompanied homelessness to prepare for careers. The Passport to College Promise Scholarship pathway can give you a scholarship that helps with the cost of earning a college certificate or degree (tuition, fees, books, housing, transportation, and some personal expenses), support services from college staff, and priority consideration for the  and Washington  programs.

This scholarship was established to acknowledge outstanding academic achievements and promote continued excellence in future education. Fifteen individuals will be awarded a tuition waiver of 15 credits, provided they are enrolled in at least 12 credits to be eligible. Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 3.0. The scholarship is available every quarter.

Only one application is needed for any and all Foundation Scholarships. Applications are available on the . The scholarship application opens in the spring. In 2023 Âé¶¹´«Ã½ students received more than $182,500 in scholarships from the Foundation. 

Athletic and Departmental Scholarships

  • Athletic Scholarships: Contact the  for more information.
  • Departmental Scholarships: Contact your to learn about any departmental scholarships.

Scholarship Searches

Students can search for and apply for scholarships using the links below. Additional research is strongly recommended. Please refer to the individual scholarship for deadlines.

Step 1: Complete the FAFSA or WASFA

Find out how much financial aid you may qualify for to fund your education.

Questions? Contact Us.

Financial Aid
financialaid@highline.edu
(206) 592-3358
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Tuesday

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