Financial Aid

Financial Aid consists of grants, scholarships, work study and LOANS. Start early to explore and understand your options.

Seniors gather the *DOCUMENTS needed, one parent, and your FSA PASSWORD to prepare to file your FAFSA/WASFA. Your FAFSA/ WASFA should be submitted early October 2017. Step one - Create an FSA ID account below. An FSA ID gives you access to Federal Student Aid’s online systems and can serve as your legal signature. Go to https://fsaid.ed.gov/npas/index.htm


FAFSA
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid or FAFSA is an important form for accessing funds for college. Complete and submit the application online after October 1st. Use the fafsa4caster to get an early estimate. 

- https://studentaid.gov/ 

- https://studentaid.gov/aid-estimator/

 

Multicultural Student Information

UNCF has Loads of good information about scholarships and programs available through the United Negro College Fund.

- http://www.uncf.org 

Northwest Education Loan Association This site offers college planning information, tips on managing money and student loans.
- http://www.nela.net/ 

WASHINGTON APPLICATION FOR STATE FINANCIAL AID (WASFA)

State Financial Aid for DREAMers

Eligibility for several Washington State financial aid programs has expanded to include students who are ineligible for federal financial aid due to immigration status. Students who meet individual program, income, or residency requirements for the State Need Grant, the College Bound Scholarship, State Work Study, or Passport Scholarship should complete the free WASFA (Washington Application for State Financial Aid) to apply for state financial aid. 

Go to : http://readysetgrad.org/wasfa