Who is eligible for Wasfa?

Eligibility requirements include: Must have graduated from a Washington high school or obtained a GED® (or will do so before beginning college) Must have lived in Washington for three years prior to, and continuously since, earning a high school diploma or equivalent.

How can I get free tuition in Washington state?

Starting in fall 2020, eligible Washington residents will be able to attend college for less, and in some cases, tuition-free. Low-to-middle-income students will be able to access the Washington College Grant (WCG), which essentially pays for college tuition and state-mandated fees.

How much is the Washington State Need Grant?

Award Amount: The award amount varies based on the type of institution the student attends. Maximum award amounts range from $2,823 to $10,868, if enrolled full time.

Do you have to pay back Washington College Grant?

Students do not owe a refund or repayment on a Washington College Grant, a Pell Grant, or a Supplemental Education Opportunity Grant, nor are they in default on a loan made, insured, or guaranteed under the Perkins, National Direct, or Federal Family Education Loan programs.

What is the difference between the FAFSA and the Wasfa?

The Washington Application for State Financial Aid (WASFA) is for people who don’t file a federal FAFSA application. If you have completed the FAFSA, you have already applied for federal and state financial aid and do not need to complete the WASFA unless your college asks you to.

Do I fill out the FAFSA or Wasfa?

But which one should you fill out? Fill out the FAFSA to see what financial awards, grants, and loans you can receive from the federal government. If you are not eligible for federal awards, sometimes because of immigration status, complete the WASFA to see if you can get financial aid from Washington State.

How can I go to college for free in Seattle?

Seattle Promise offers two years of tuition-free community college to Seattle public high-school graduates, funded by taxpayers through the voter-approved Families, Education, Preschool and Promise Levy.

How do I qualify for Pell Grants?

Basic Pell Grant Eligibility

  1. Be a U.S. citizen or eligible noncitizen with a valid Social Security number.
  2. Have a high school diploma or equivalent.
  3. Be enrolled in an eligible and participating degree-granting program as an undergraduate student.
  4. Not have received an undergraduate, professional, or graduate degree already.

What is the cheapest university in Washington State?

Cheap Universities in Washington

  1. Lake Washington Institute of Technology, Kirkland.
  2. Bellevue College, Bellevue.
  3. Central Washington University, Ellensburg.
  4. Northwest Indian College, Bellingham.
  5. The Evergreen State College, Olympia.
  6. Columbia Basin College, Pasco.
  7. Seattle Community College Central Campus, Seattle.

Is Wasfa first come first serve?

Financial aid is awarded on a first come, first serve basis until it runs out for the year. Even if you miss a college’s priority deadline, apply.

When can I apply for Wasfa?

October 1
The WASFA opens each year on October 1 for the upcoming academic year. Western’s WASFA priority filing deadline is January 31 if each year.

Can I get both FAFSA and Wasfa?

The WASFA can also be used in limited circumstances by other select applicants who cannot or choose not to file a FAFSA. People who complete a WASFA are applying only for state aid. If you are eligible for federal aid, you should complete the FAFSA in order to maximize financial aid awards.