Info for Students & Families: Applying for Scholarships

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Applying for Scholarships

Information for Students & Families

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Search and Apply for Scholarships at theWashBoard.org

Private scholarships are one tool to help make college or training after high school more affordable. Businesses, organizations, and colleges award scholarships to students for community service, good grades, athletic ability, or a variety of other qualities or activities.  

Students in Washington can create a profile on theWashBoard.org to be matched with potential scholarship opportunities. The site is spam-free and will never sell your information.  

theWashBoard.org

Follow these tips when searching and applying for scholarships: 

  • DO apply for local scholarships at your high school, in your community, and at the college you plan to attend. 
  • DO mind the details. Scholarship requirements and deadlines vary, so follow instructions and submit your paperwork on time. 
  • DO continue to apply for scholarships while you are in college. 
  • DON’T pay money for information or assistance with scholarship searches. There are plenty of free, trustworthy options online, like theWashBoard.org. You can also ask your school counselor for help.  
  • DON’T waste time and energy. Make sure you meet any requirements before you apply. Also, many scholarship applications require essays on similar topics—it’s okay to reuse your work on multiple applications.  

Applying for scholarships and financial aid can help make your dreams a reality. Learn more and plan your future on the Washington Student Achievement Council website. 


Washington Student Achievement Council (WSAC) sends regular messages to our partners and stakeholders with resources and information about college planning, financial aid, and more. Feel free to use this content—as-is or edited for your audiencein emails, newsletters, social media, or other materials. No attribution is necessary.