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Financial aid: Where in Washington can I use it?
Education beyond high school is more important than ever. Financial aid gives you more options for the future.
Washington State offers many great financial aid programs, including WA Grant and Passport to Careers. An important first step in getting financial aid is to complete a FAFSA or WASFA financial aid application.
Where in Washington can you use state financial aid?
There are more than 65 participating institutions in Washington, including various types of education and training:
All six of Washington's public four-year colleges & universities.
Thirty-four community and technical colleges.
Sixteen independent/private nonprofit four-year universities.
Three independent/private, for-profit, four-year universities.
Seven private, for-profit two-year career colleges.
Northwest Indian College, a tribal school.
Perry Technical Institute, a private, nonprofit two-year career college.
Check out the entire list. In addition to these institutions, there are apprenticeship opportunities. Eligible providers can offer their apprentices financial aid similar to what college students can receive.
Financial aid gives you the freedom to pursue a variety of education and training paths.
Start your future today by applying now!
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