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Washington State Need Grant

The State Need Grant program helps the state’s lowest-income undergraduate students pursue degrees, hone skills, or retrain for new careers. Students can use the grants at public two-year and four-year colleges and universities and many accredited independent colleges, universities, and career schools in Washington.
Eligibility

To be eligible, you must meet the following criteria:
* Have a family income of equal to or less than 65 percent of the state median (see chart below);
* Be a Washington State resident;
* Enroll as an undergraduate student at least half-time in an eligible program; and
* Be pursuing a certificate, bachelor’s degree, or first associate degree; and
* Not be pursuing a degree in theology.

How to Apply
You will be considered automatically for a State Need Grant when you file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Contact your school financial aid office for more information.

For more information, please visit:
http://www.hecb.wa.gov/paying/waaidprgm/sng.asp

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