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ABOUT US
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MEETINGS
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Events
- Aim Higher Washington Trainings A series of trainings around financial aid content and strategy sessions for supporting students
- 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
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POLICY
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Higher Education
- College Admissions Learn about the many post secondary options available in our State
- 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
- Student Supports Find policy and campus resources and get involved in a statewide learning community
- 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
- Academic Credit for Prior Learning Credits awarded based on skills and knowledge gained outside the classroom
- Immigrant Students Information for students who are immigrants, are undocumented, or have DACA
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Higher Education
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FINANCIAL AID
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About Financial Aid
- Washington State Financial Aid Programs An overview of the financial aid programs available to Washington students
- Participating Institutions A list of colleges and universities that participated in Washington’s state financial aid programs
- Financial Aid Appeals If someone in your family has lost a job or is working less, colleges may be able to provide more financial aid
- Apply for Financial Aid Learn more and complete a FAFSA or WASFA financial aid application
- WASFA State financial aid for individuals who are undocumented and other select applicants
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Need-Based Programs
- Washington College Grant Provides eligible students financial assistance for tuition, books, and fees (formerly the State Need Grant)
- 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
- Washington College Grant for Apprentices Helps income-eligible apprentices pay for tuition, fees, and materials.
- Merit-Based Programs
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Targeted Workforce
- Aerospace Loans Supporting employment needs of Washington’s aerospace companies
- Teacher Programs Supporting Washington’s current and future teacher workforce
- Washington Health Corps Encouraging licensed health professionals to provide care at approved sites in rural or underserved areas
- National Guard Grant Helping members of the National Guard get an undergraduate degree or certificate
- Student Loan Debt
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About Financial Aid
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ADMINISTRATION
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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 Complaints Resources related to student complaints
- School Closures and Teach-Outs Information for students affected by school closures and teach-outs
- 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) WSAC responsible for processing applications for SARA participation from schools based in the state
- Student Residency Further information on residency requirements in Washington
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Financial Aid Administration
- The Portal Direct link to online resources for state institutions
- FAA Resources Materials for financial aid administrators
- FAFSA Completion Current data for Washington State and school districts
- SETuP Support for foster youth transitioning from high school to college, careers, or service
- 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
- State Work Study for Employers Information for organizations seeking to employ State Work Study students
- Apprenticeship Program Providers Information for providers wishing to participate in the Washington College Grant for Apprenticeships
- Washington Health Corps Sites Information for health care sites regarding Washington Health Corps participation
- Suspended Programs Materials related to latent SFA programs
- Financial Aid Data & Reports Financial aid reports of interest
- College Savings
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Competitive Grants
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Higher Education Administration
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OUTREACH & INITIATIVES
- College & Career
- Financial Aid
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Schools & Partners
- 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
- Aim Higher Washington Initiative to increase equity through support for financial aid application completion in Washington.
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NEWS & PUBLICATIONS
- News
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- Stay Informed
announcements
– New WCG informational videos in seven languages! Check out the Financial Aid Toolkit for educators & advocates
– On August 24, 2022, the Biden-Harris administration announced a Student Debt Relief Plan
– Generous $1.5 million Capital One Foundation grant will fund research to support postsecondary opportunities for low-income students in the state
– Federal student loan repayments will resume on January 1, 2023
– Check out the new Washington State Encyclopedia of Education Data
– Learn more about the Washington College Grant
– Join Aim Higher Financial Aid Trainings
– Learn how 12th Year Campaign supports Financial Aid Advising Day
– Apply now: teacher programs, National Guard Grant, and Passport to Careers
