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Our Work

What we do

Learn about the statutory responsibilities of the Council

Our Mission

We advance educational opportunities and attainment in Washington
Aboutus

Legislative Work

Updates on the Council's work in Olympia

Bylaws

Council governance and operations
Our People

Members

Learn more about the nine Council members

Executive Director

Learn more about WSAC's executive director

Staff

Directory of those who support the work of the agency and its programs
Our Agency

Rules and WACs

Updates on the latest agency rule-making activity

Employment

Join our team and make a difference!

Contracts and Requests for Proposals

Protocols for contracts with the Council
Our Location

Directions

Here are the directions you need to visit us (google map)

Our office is located at 917 Lakeridge Way Southwest in Olympia. Our office is open from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, except for legal holidays.

Council Meetings

2020 Schedule

January 29, Lacey
May 27
August 19
November 18, Tumwater
Workgroups

STEM Education Innovation Alliance

Aligning Washington's education system with a STEM-based economy

Reengaging Adult Students

Building the framework to support the educational success of returning adult students
Events

Pave the Way

The Pave the Way conference focuses on strategies to increase equity, access, and educational attainment for low-income, first-generation, and historically marginalized students

Spring Counselor Workshops

These annual joint workshops focus on college and career readiness training for school counselors, career counselors/specialists, district staff, college admissions staff, and college access program staff
Archives

Meeting Materials

Find agendas and materials from past Council meetings

Workgroups & Events

Explore the materials of past events, and the composition, minutes, and agenda items of past workgroups
The Council meets several times annually at select cities across the state. Meetings during Legislative Session are often held in Olympia

Higher Education

College Admissions

Learn about the many post secondary options available in our State

College Readiness

The College Readiness Project and the Transition Math Project

Dual Credit

Explore options such as Running Start, Advanced Placement, and Dual Credit Programs

College & Career Compass

Understand the framework to support the educational success of returning adult students
Education

Tuition and College Costs

Costs related to tuition and fees for higher education in Washington

Transfers

Policies and procedures related to student transfers between higher education institutions

Student Residency

Residency guidelines for the determination of in-state tuition

Academic Credit for Prior Learning

Credits awarded based on skills and knowledge gained outside the classroom
Research

Data and Reports

Archive of work from the Council’s research, policy, and planning team

Attainment Gap Model

Student flow model estimating the number of credentialed residents needed to reach the statewide attainment goal
Workforce

Economic and Workforce Development

An educated workforce is essential to the vibrant Washington economy
The Roadmap

Roadmap Reports & Resources

Reports and resources related to Washington's educational attainment goals

Roadmap Dashboard

Data visualizations to measure and track progress towards the state's educational attainment goals
Strategic Action Plan

2019-21 Plan

The 2019-21 Strategic Action Plan includes recommendations for programs, policies, and investments that can advance educational attainment

Financial Aid Programs

Financial Aid Overview

An overview of the financial aid programs available to Washington students
Need-Based Programs

Washington College Grant

Formerly the State Need Grant - Provides eligible students financial assistance for tuition, books, and fees

College Bound Scholarship

Provides financial assistance to low-income students who dream of a college education

State Work Study

Provides eligible students an approved job to support their education
Passport to Careers

Helps former foster youth and unaccompanied homeless youth attend and succeed in college, apprenticeships, and pre-apprenticeship programs

Passport to Careers Guide

In-depth guide to help Passport-eligible students prepare, apply, and pay for college, apprenticeships, and pre-apprenticeship programs
Merit-Based Programs

American Indian Endowed Scholarship

Competitive scholarship to outstanding eligible students
Targeted Workforce

Aerospace Loans

Supporting employment needs of Washington’s aerospace companies

Teacher Programs

Programs supporting Washington's current and future teacher workforce

Washington Health Corps

Programs to encourage licensed health professionals to provide care at approved sites in rural or underserved areas

Higher Education Administration

Colleges and Universities

Institutions serving students in Washington

Protecting Education Consumers

Ensuring Washington's colleges and career schools meet required operating standards

Student Loan Advocacy

Supporting current and future student loan borrowers in Washington

Student Complaints

Resources related to student complaints

School Closures and Teach-Outs

Information for students affected by school closures and teach-outs

AI Seattle info for students

Information for students at the Art Institute of Seattle
Administration

Degree Authorization

Ensuring postsecondary education quality

Approval of Veterans' Programs

Resources related to the evaluation, approval, and oversight of schools and training facilities for use of G.I. Bill® funds

Veterans' Education and Training

Promoting and safeguarding quality education and training programs for veterans

State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement (SARA)

Resources related to the interstate higher education agreement
Financial Aid Administration

The Portal

Direct link to online resources for state institutions

FAFSA Completion

Current data for Washington State and school districts

FAA Resources

Materials for financial aid administrators

Unit Record Report

Unit Record Reporting resources

Institutional Participation in State Aid

Information for institutions of higher education seeking to offer Washington state financial aid to students

SETuP

Support for foster youth transitioning from high school to college, careers, or service

Suspended Programs

Materials related to latent SFA programs
College Savings

College Savings Plans

Resources related to the GET and DreamAhead 529 college savings plans, and the plans' governing committee
Competitive Grants

College Assistance Migrant Program

Grant to help cover college costs for eligible students from the migrant and seasonal farm worker population

Child Care Grants

Grants to institutions to help cover child care costs for eligible families

Suicide Prevention Grant

Provides partnership grants for postsecondary institutions and healthcare organizations for suicide prevention

Outreach & Initiatives

Ready, Set, Grad!

Council website designed to serve the needs of our college bound students, parents, and the educators who work on their behalf
GEAR UP

Federally-funded program providing services to low-income schools
theWashBoard.org

Free service connecting students with Washington scholarship providers
12th Year Campaign

Includes the College Application Campaign, College Goal Washington, and the FAFSA Completion Initiative

The Financial Aid Toolkit

Resources supporting the Washington College Grant and the financial aid application process
The College & Career Compass

Resources to help adult students return to postsecondary education

Otterbot

A free, 24/7 messaging service providing financial aid support to College Bound seniors

News

News and Updates

Archive of Council updates and news releases

COVID-19

Updates on our programs and resources at WSAC and beyond.
Publications

Reports

Archive of reports and publications regarding financial aid, policy, and research, plus statewide roadmap and strategic planning
Handouts

Graphics & Fact Sheets

Archive of published materials from Council communications
Stay Informed

Council Emails

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announcements

COVID-19 UPDATES

Operations:
WSAC is up and running with most staff working remotely. Use our staff contact page to find phone numbers for our programs.

WSAC PROGRAMS

– Learn more about the Washington College Grant

– Introducing Otterbot, the 24/7 financial aid texting tool

– Check out the new Financial Aid Toolkit

– Student loan advocacy support

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Workgroups

Events

Archives

Higher Education

Education

Research

Workforce

The Roadmap

Strategic Action Plan

Financial Aid Programs

Need-Based Programs

Merit-Based Programs

Targeted Workforce

Higher Education Administration

Financial Aid Administration

College Savings

Competitive Grants

Outreach & Initiatives

News

Publications

Handouts

Stay Informed

WSAC's COVID-19 Resources

quick links

announcements

COVID-19 UPDATES

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