Important Note: The purpose of this detailed listing of Washington scholarships for college is to help you plan your scholarship search throughout the year. Please find information below about scholarships specifically for Washington students. Some of the deadlines may be from prior years. Scholarship deadlines are cyclical, so even if a deadline has passed, the website will likely be updated for the current school year. Be sure to reach out to the sponsor or check sponsor websites for the most recent details.
January
Pride Foundation Scholarships awards financial support to young students who identify as part of the LGBTQ+ community. Applicants must be pursuing a post-secondary institution and reside in the eligible states. The deadline to apply is January 10th. More details here.
The GSBA Scholarship Fund offers multiple amounts of financial support to students who identify as LGBTQ or as allies to the movement. Applicants must demonstrate community involvement, strong academic abilities and leadership. The deadline to apply is January 10th. More details here.
InspirASIAN Scholarship Program awards varying amounts of financial support to graduating high school seniors of any cultural background. Applicants must demonstrate academic success and a 3.40 GPA. Eligible individuals must reside within one of the listed states that have an active InspirASIAN chapter. The deadline to apply is January 31st. More details here.
WSU Arthur and Doreen Parrett Scholarship provides various amounts of financial support to students who are seeking a career in engineering, sciences, pre-medicine, or pre-dentistry. Applicants must be enrolled full-time at Washington State University and be at least in their sophomore year of education. The deadline to apply is January 31st. More details here.
The Hispanic Metropolitan Chamber Scholarship awards $2,000 to $6,000 to Hispanic/Latino college or graduate students who have attended a high school in Oregon or Clark County, WA. Applicants must have a 3.0 GPA, show a commitment to community service, and be enrolled in a college or university for the upcoming fall semester. The application opens in December 2024 and is expected to close in January 2026. Read more here
February
Abby’s Closet Dreams Scholarship awards financial support to one high school female student who is enrolled in her senior year. Applicants must be planning to enroll in a post-secondary institution and have a 2.5 GPA. Only individuals who reside in Washington or Oregon are eligible. The deadline to apply is February 2nd. More details here.
Washington State Opportunity Scholarship BaS is one of three WSOS pathways to high-demand careers in Washington. It offers up to $22,500 in scholarships for eligible STEM or health care majors, plus support services. Funds can cover more than tuition, including housing, food, and transportation, at any eligible college in the state. The deadline to apply is February 26th. Read more here.
The Washington State Baccalaureate Scholarship offers \$22,500 to eligible Washington state residents pursuing degrees in STEM or healthcare fields. Applicants must be high school seniors, recent grads, or college freshmen/sophomores with a minimum GPA of 2.8 and family income below 125% of the state median. To apply, submit the FAFSA or WASFA, along with an essay, transcript, and proof of enrollment by the deadline, expected in February.
March
WAEF Scholarships offers multiple scholarships such as the Brian Kershaw Memorial Fund, the Douglas Fruit and Fruit Packers Supply Scholarship to Washington residents who are directly related to the fruit industry. Applicants who are seeking a career in the fruit industry are also eligible. Applicants can apply with one application to see which scholarships they are eligible for. Additional requirements may appear per scholarship. The deadline to apply is March 1st. More details here.
Washington HECB American Indian Endowed Scholarship provides awards from $500-$2,000 to students who have a strong connection to a Washington State American Indian community. Applicants must submit their FAFSA application and enroll full-time. The deadline to apply is March 3rd. More details here.
NIADA Foundation Regional Scholarships offers high school students who enrolled in their senior year \$3,500 in financial support. Applicants must demonstrate academic success and potential for handling college courses. The deadline is March 21st. More details here.
Sub Pop Loser Scholarship provides a total of $18,000 to three high school seniors who express interest in art/music. Applicants must submit an essay and reside in Washington or Oregon. The deadline is March 18th. More details here.
Hearthstone Housing Foundation Scholarship Fund provides $500-$5,000 to students who live in a Hearthstone Housing Foundation property or a Hearthstone Housing Foundation property location. Applicants must be enrolled full-time, demonstrate financial need and have at least a 2.75/3.0 for high school and college students respectively. The deadline is March 31st. More details here.
The Scottish Rite Scholarship Foundation of Washington awards $3,000 per year to students who are at least in their junior year at a college or university. Applicants must have at least 3.0 GPA and reside in Washington State. The application deadline is March 31st. More details here.
Tukwila City of Opportunity Scholarship awards $1,000-$5,000 scholarships to high school seniors seeking enrollment at a university. Applicants must demonstrate financial need, complete 15+ hours of community service, and reside in the City of Tukwila. The deadline to apply is March 31st. More details here.
CBC Spouses Education Scholarship awards African- American/Black students seeking a full-time post secondary education. Applicants must demonstrate leadership qualities and reside in a CBC member district. Applicants must have at least a 2.5 GPA to be eligible. The application deadline is March 29. More details here.
The Bernie Minsk Scholarship, offered by the Seattle Foundation, awards between $2,000 and $15,000 to Washington state high school seniors involved in the Rainier Scholars program. Preference is given to Garfield High School students, but all eligible Rainier Scholars are encouraged to apply. This renewable scholarship honors Bernie Minsk’s legacy of community leadership and aims to support underrepresented students on their college journey. The expected deadline is March. Read more here
The Everett & Roy Hill Music Scholarship awards up to $9,000 over two years to graduating high school seniors in Chelan, Douglas, or Okanogan County, Washington, who plan to major or minor in music. Applicants must demonstrate financial need and maintain a 2.5 GPA to renew the award. The application opens January 1st, with a deadline expected in March. Read more here
April
Washington Wine Industry Foundation Scholarships provides multiple scholarships ranging from $2,000 to $10,000 to Washington residents. Applicants must be planning to attend a post-secondary institution. Additional requirements vary depending on the scholarship offered. The deadline is April 8th More details here.
Candlelighters For Children With Cancer Continuing Education Scholarship provides various amounts of financial support to young cancer survivors. Applicants must be between 18-25 and registered with the Candlelighters program. The application deadline is April 18th.More details here.
Audria M. Edwards Scholarship Fund provides various scholarship awards t0 LGBTQI+ identifying students or individuals who are directly related to LGBTQI+ parents.. Applicants must be planning to enroll in a post-secondary institution and have resided in Washington or Oregon for at least a year. The deadline to apply is April 1st. More details here.
Cathay Bank Foundation Scholarship Program offers $1,000 scholarships to high school seniors who reside in the listed states. Applicants must be enrolling in a 4 year college and demonstrate financial need. Employees of Cathay Bank and their relatives are not eligible to apply. The deadline to apply is April 21st. More details here.
WWIN Star Scholarship provides $5,000 per year to female students who reside in Washington. Applicants must identify as a woman, demonstrate financial need, submit their FAFSA application and at least a 2.50 GPA. The deadline to apply is April 17th. More details here.
Incight Scholarship gives various amounts of financial support to students with disabilities. Applicants must reside in Washington, Oregon or California and be enrolled in a post-secondary institution. The deadline to apply is April 15th. More details here.
Nellie Martin Carman Scholarship Fund grants various amounts of financial support to students who are attending a Washington college full-time. Applicants must demonstrate financial need, nominated by their school advisor and submit a letter of recommendation. The scholarship is renewable as long as the listed requirements are met. The deadline is April 15th. More details here.
Celebrate The West High School Art Competition holds an art competition for high school students who are residing in Western US. Applicants must submit a piece of 2D artwork that represents their state. The awards of $1,500, $750 and $500 will be given to the first, second, and third place winners respectively. $200 will also be given to the remaining finalists. The deadline is April 26th. More details here.
AISES Burlington Northern Santa Fe (BNSF) Foundation Scholarship awards $2,500 per year to American students of Indian descent who reside in Burlington Northern and Santa Fe Pacific Corporation serviced states. Applicants must be pursuing one the eligible degrees and a 3.0 GPA. The deadline is April 30th. More details here.
Robert J. Meyer Organic Farming Scholarship offers various amounts of financial aid to students who are interested in organic agriculture and farming/ranching. Applicants must reside within the eligible Washington counties and be available for an interview. The deadline to apply is April 30th. More details here.
AAUW Scholarship for Women Enrolled in WA Public Colleges awards $3,000 to $15,000 to female students residing in Washington. Applicants must be enrolled full-time at a Washington college and have at least a 3.0 GPA. The deadline to submit the application is April 15th. More details here
IEEE PES Scholarship Plus Initiative provides $2,000 towards professional mentorship, education expenses, and internship opportunities. Applicants must be enrolled full-time, attending power engineering courses and a GPA of at least 3.0. The deadline to apply is April 30th. More details here.
IEEE PES G. Ray Ekenstam Memorial Scholarship awards $5,000 for school expenses and an IEEE Student membership for a year. Applicants must be considering a career in electric power and energy engineering, working towards an electrical engineering bachelor’s degree, and have a current GPA of 3.0 or higher. The deadline to apply is April 30th. More details here.
The Audria M. Edwards Scholarship offers 7 awards ranging from $1,000 to $5,000 for LGBTQIA+ students or children of LGBTQIA+ parents living in Oregon or southwest Washington. Open to high school seniors and college students, the scholarship supports those pursuing higher education with a commitment to community and identity. Applications open February 1st, with an expected deadline in April.Read more here
May
Eastern Washington Section (ANS) Scholarships encourages students to apply for a one-year scholarship of $2,500. ANS-EWS is committed to encouraging students to enter the field of nuclear science, engineering, and technology or any nuclear-related field. The deadline to apply is May 23rd More details here.
The Edmund F. Maxwell Foundation provides up to $5,000 per year to students who are residing in Western Washington. Applicants must demonstrate financial need and planning to enroll in a 4 year college. The deadline to apply is May 9th. More details here.
June
National Ocean Scholar Program offers students expressing an interest in marine/ ocean fields of study. Applicants must display academic success and have been involved in NOSB once in their high school career. The deadline is June 2nd. More details here.
July
Martin Honors Scholarship provides financial support to students attending a community college in Washington and are transferring to the University of Washington. Applicants must have earned at least 36 credits, demonstrate community involvement and been accepted into the University of Washington. The deadline to apply is July 1st. More details here.
Stuck At Prom Scholarship Contest awards the winner of a prom attire competition $10,000 in prize money. The eight runner ups will also be awarded various amounts of prize money as well. The winner will be decided by community voting. The deadline is July 9th. More details here.
Annie Ibok Scholarship provides $1,000 to HBCU students who are attending a post-secondary institution in Washington or California. Applicants must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher. One letter of recommendation and a resume must be submitted as well. The deadline to apply is July 31th. More details here.
ARC of Washington Trust Fund Research Grants gives research grants up to $25,000 to researchers. Applicants must submit documents discussing their research project and its need for financial support. The deadline to submit is July 31st. More details here
The WWIN Star Scholarship awards up to $5,000 per year (renewable for four years) to female Washington state residents pursuing their first postsecondary credential or bachelor’s degree at an eligible college. Applicants must be at least 18, demonstrate financial need, and submit the FAFSA or WASFA along with other required documents. The application is expected to open February 15th, with winners announced between July and December. Read more here
August
September
Northwest Osteopathic Medical Foundation Scholarship Program awards a minimum of $10,000 to osteopathic medical school students. Applicants must demonstrate community involvement and practice in the Northwest states. One letter of recommendation is also required. The deadline to apply is September 30th. More details here.
October
This awards $500 per year to students that are interested in the field of structural welding. Applicants must be enrolled at a WABO registered community or technical college. The deadline to apply is October 10th. More details here.
Washington State Oppurtunity Scholarship CTS is one of three WSOS pathways to high-demand careers in Washington. It offers up to $1,500 per quarter for eligible associate degrees, certificates, or apprenticeships at approved community or technical colleges. Funding can also be used at AJAC and Evergreen Rural Water. WSOS support covers more than tuition, including housing, food, and transportation. The deadline to apply is October 16th. Read more here.
November
Helene M. Overly Memorial Graduate Scholarship awards $10,000 to graduate applicants pursuing in the transportation or any related fields and meet certain criterias. The deadline is November 21st. More details here.
The Herb Block Scholarship awards up to 100 students each year with $8,000 to $16,000 to attend select community colleges in Washington D.C. and surrounding areas. Open to high school graduates, college underclassmen, and adult learners with financial need, this “last dollar” scholarship helps cover tuition after all other aid is applied. The application opens March 1st, with an expected deadline in November. Read more here
December
This awards up to $7,500 each semester for up to eight consecutive semesters. Applicants must be attending a public high school governed by a school district. The deadline is December 1st. More details here.
Washington State University Regents Scholars Program has two award levels, offering different awards. The Distinguished Regents Scholar covers full tuition and mandatory fees for four years. The Regents Scholars awards $4,000 per academic year for four years. The deadline is December 1st. More details here
TMCF Bridging the Dream Scholarship Program for High School Seniors offers up to $10,000 to 25 incoming full-time college students. Applicants demonstrating leadership abilities and diversity are eligible from any state except Utah. Students must also be eligible for a Pell-Grant. The deadline to apply is December 1st. More details here.
Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) Wells Fargo Scholarship awards up to $7,500 to students attending one of TMCF’s member-schools. Applicants must send a two minute video answering a statement. The deadline to apply is December 1st. More details here.
The University of New Mexico Scholarships are merit-based, competitive and a limited number are available. To be considered you must meet the criteria for consideration, be admitted by the Application Deadline and complete any application materials noted. Scholarships consider your unweighted cumulative GPA and are renewable for 4 years. The deadline to apple is December 1st. Read more here.
Deadlines Vary
Simon Youth Greg Saunders Legacy Scholarship Program awards children of Simon Property Group employees a varied amount in financial support. Applicants must be younger than 24 and a dependent of an employee who has been employed for at least a year. The deadline to apply varies. More details here.
Grieg Lodge Educational Scholarship provides a total of $20,000 to students seeking post-secondary education. Applicants must reside within the eligible states. Grant preference will be given to individuals with Nordic connection in culture or heritage. The deadline to apply varies. More details here.
Matsuo Bridge Company Ltd. of Japan Scholarship provides $2,500 to college and graduate students who are seeking a career in civil engineering, welding engineering, welding engineering technology, or a related field. Applicants must have graduated high school and enrolled part-time/full-time in college. The deadline to apply varies. More details here.
Stimson Bullitt Civic Courage Scholarship hosts an essay writing contest for students who reside in Seattle, Washington. $5,000 will be awarded to the 1st place winner with $2,500 to the runner ups. Applicants must be at least 13 years old and have a Seattle Public Library card. The application deadline varies. More details here
Washington Council of Police & Sheriffs Scholarship provides $1,000 to students who are children of WACOPS members. Applicants must demonstrate academic excellence. One letter of recommendation is also required. The deadline to apply varies More details here.
Sharon D. Banks Memorial Undergraduate Scholarship gives $5,000 to women who plan to pursue a career in transportation. Applicants must have a GPA of at least 3.0. Examples of eligible fields of study are transportation engineering, planning, finance, or logistics. The deadline to apply varies. More details here.
WTS Jannet Walker-Ford Leadership Legacy Scholarship for Graduates gives $5,000 to female graduate students who plan to pursue a career in transportation. Applicants must have a GPA of at least 3.0. Examples of eligible fields of study are transportation engineering, planning, finance, or logistics. The deadline to apply varies. More details here.
Gladys Heintz Memorial Scholarship awards $1,000 to students who are members of The American Legion Boys Nation program. Applicants must demonstrate financial need and meet the age requirements listed. The deadline to apply varies. More details here.
Gritman Scholarships gives various scholarships to students seeking a career in the healthcare field. The amount of financial aid awarded is usually between \$500 and \$2,000. Additional requirements may be listed per scholarship. The deadline varies. More details here.
Hallie Price Visual Arts Scholarship awards high school graduate students various amounts of financial support. Applicants must express interest and talent in the visual arts. One letter of recommendation must be submitted with the application. Deadline varies. More details here.
OHDC- NFJP Scholarship for Farmworkers/Agriculture provides scholarships to students who are seeking a profession in farmwork and agriculture. Applicants must demonstrate financial need and be eligible to work in the USA. The deadline to apply varies. More details here.
SAME Seattle Post and PSE & SSF Scholarships offers multiple scholarships between $500-$5,000 to students pursuing a career in science or engineering. Applicants must demonstrate financial need and community involvement. The deadline to apply varies. More details here.
Tourette College Scholarship provides multiple scholarships to students who are diagnosed with tourettes. Applicants must be planning to attend a post-secondary institution and reside in the eligible states. The deadlines vary. More details here.
The State Association of the Daughters of Pioneers of Washington Scholarship offers $1,500 to students such as individuals who are descendents of pioneers. Additional requirements may vary depending on the scholarship, but applicants must reside in Washington for most opportunities. The deadline is in April More details here.
U.S. Army Loan Repayment Program offers partial payment of student loans for individuals enrolling in service up to 15%. Applicants must enlist for at least six years, have attained high school diploma and qualify for specific military occupations.The deadline varies. More details here.
University of Washington Scholarships provides multiple financial aid opportunities such as University of Washington Diversity Scholarship to incoming and attending students. Applicants must be enrolling or planning to enroll at the University of Washington. Additional requirements may appear depending on the scholarship. Deadlines vary. More details here.
Washington College Grant provides financial support to Washington students. Students may potentially receive full tuition coverage. Applicants must submit their FAFSA application and demonstrate financial need. The grant will appear on the FAFSA application if eligible. More details here.
WICHE Western Undergraduate Exchange offers exchange students discounted rates for classes and programs outside their resident state. Further requirements may apply and applicants must check their eligibility using the WUE savings finder provided. Deadline varies. More details here.
Simon Youth Greg Saunders Legacy Scholarship Program awards children of Simon Property Group employees a varied amount in financial support. Applicants must be younger than 24 and a dependent of an employee who has been employed for at least a year. The deadline varies More details here.
IU Dean’s Scholarship awards an out of state student up to $11,000 in financial support for classes, tuition, and other college expenses. Applicants must demonstrate high academic performance to be considered eligible. The deadline is January 30th for the spring and April 30th for the summer. Read more here.
