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Updated 4/9/2025

Scholarships are useless unless you GET INTO A COLLEGE, so focus on college applications first! The organizations and programs that offer scholarships also know this, so many more will open up their applications later in the year. You can check “Helen’s Google Spreadsheet” to the right to see past timelines for scholarships and ongoing updates for scholarships that have announced when their applications open. Also, keep in mind that you will be eligible for financial aid just by doing your FAFSA, so you don’t need to pay for all your college costs just with scholarships. Sincerely, Helen

  • 2025 Cathay Bank Foundation Scholarship Program

    Application Deadline: April 15th, 2025

    Twenty $2,500 Scholarships Available for High School Seniors
    Planning to Attend College as a Full-Time, Degree-Seeking Student in the Fall of 2025

    Cathay Bank Foundation is committed to supporting youth residing in its business service territories to fulfill their dreams of obtaining a higher education.

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  • Latino/a Educational Achievement Project Scholarship

    Application Deadline: April 15th, 2025

    The Latino/a Educational Achievement Project Scholarship provides financial support for students who demonstrate advocacy, accountability, perseverance, and have shown a commitment to improving their community.

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  • Barron Prize

    Application Deadline: April 15th, 2025

    The Gloria Barron Prize for Young Heroes, a program of the nonprofit organization Young Heroes Project, celebrates inspiring, public-spirited young people from diverse backgrounds all across the U.S. and Canada. Each year, the Barron Prize honors 25 outstanding young leaders ages 8 to 18 who have made a significant positive difference to people and the environment. Winners each receive $10,000 to be applied to their higher education or to their service project.

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  • Career & Technical Scholarship (CTS) 101

    Application Deadline: April 15th, 2025

    CTS is one of three pathways to high-demand careers in Washington state offered by WSOS. This program provides up to $1,500 per quarter, every quarter, for certificate or associate degree programs at Washington’s 34 community and technical colleges, as well as approved apprenticeships. WSOS can cover costs beyond tuition, such as housing, transportation, food, and more. There are over 1,000 eligible programs at all of the state’s community and technical colleges.

    If you’re interested in an associate degree, certificate, or apprenticeship from a community or technical college, or approved apprenticeship sponsor, then CTS is right for you!

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  • Maxwell Foundation Scholarship

    Application Deadline:  May 9th, 2025

    The Maxwell Scholarship was established to assist high school seniors from Western Washington in obtaining a higher education. For freshmen starting college during the 2025-26 academic year, scholarships will be $5,000 per year. This award has the potential to be renewed for up to an additional three years of undergraduate education based on reasonable progress toward graduation. A simple renewal application is required each year.

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Quick Links
Seattle Public Schools Scholarship Bulletin
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