Varies depending on scholarship award. May include academic performance, financial need, program or life situation. Students in all programs are eligible for at least one award. Specific awards are available for students in Administrative Assistant, Automotive, Dental Hygiene, Engineering Graphics, Fitness Specialist, Power Equipment, Social and Human Services, Information Technology-related programs. See the complete list of scholarships and eligibility criteria at the website below.

LWTC Foundation Scholarships

• Students must be admitted or enrolled in an accredited undergraduate or graduate program
• Have minority status based on ethnicity, race, religious affiliation, or sexual orientation
• Demonstrate financial need
• Pursuing study in a field that will contribute to improving society
• Students do not have to be African American or Jewish to be eligible

Contact: Don Armstrong at darmstrong@jfsseattle.org

• Must be enrolled in an accredited dental hygiene program in the United States.
• Must have completed a minimum of one year in a dental hygiene curriculum. Students entering their first year of dental hygiene school are not eligible; students may be in the process of completing their first year when application is submitted.
• Minimum GPA 3.0
• Must be a full-time student during the academic year for which you are applying.
• Must be active member of the Student American Dental Hygienists' Association (SADHA) or the Dental Hygienists' Association (ADHA).
• Minimum $1500 financial need determined by using the FAFSA.

www.adha.org/institute/Scholarship/index.htm

• Motivated student
• Selection based on Character as determined by evaluating 1000 or less word essay
• Choice of 2 questions (see web site)

www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.htm

• Must be currently registered in any accredited post secondary instituion. Also available to all high school juniors and seniors.
• Between the ages of 16 and 30
• To apply, you will need to write an essay on one of two topics (see web site)
• Application procedure for 2009 - To apply for this scholarship you will need to write an essay on one of the two topics below. Your submissions must be sent by email to scholarships@abbottandfenner.com
• TOPIC: If you could have lunch with any famous person, either living or dead, whom would you choose and why? Describe your conversation at lunch.
• TOPIC: When you look back on your life in thirty years, what would it take for you to consider your life successful?

http://www.abbottandfenner.com/scholarships.htm

• High School graduate or hold GED
• Acceptance in trade school or two year or four year college
• Must have achieved a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
• Resident of Washington at least five years prior to applying
• Are profoundly fascinated by nature, have been a careful
• observer of it and have successfully expressed your
• observations in an artisitic way that engages the every day
• person.

www.milotte.org/eligibility.html

• Must be a United States citizen or permanent resident
• Must have a minimum 2.5 GPA

http://www.all-ink.com/scholarship.html

• Must be an exemplary student
• Currently enrolled in an accredited, post-secondary college with a major in either culinary or pastry arts, or be an ACF registered apprentice.
• Have completed a grading or marking period (quarter)
• Have a career goal of becoming a chef or pastry chef

• Post-high school women whose education has been interrupted and who are returning to school or currently enrolled in a two or four-year college degree program.
• Primary emphasis will be placed on financial need and the relationship of the individual's goals to the of AAUW.AAUW is a national organization that strives to promote fair and impartial treatment of women and girls in education, work and life situations.

http://www.aauw-wa.org/scholarships/K-R%20scholar-app.pdf

• Must have close social and cultural ties to an American Indian Tribe
• Agree to use your education to benefit other American Indians
• Be enrolled, or intend to enroll full-time at an eligible public college in Washington by next fall term.
• Statement of intent to use your education to return service to the state's American Indian community.
• Must demonstrate financial need based on completed FAFSA.
• Must be Washington State resident.
• Not be pursuring a degree in theology

See website below

See website below

• Students must be entering their second year of an Associates Degree program
• Must have a minimum cumulative college GPA of 3.0
• Must be majoring in accounting or finance
• Candidates will be reviewed on leadership, character, communication skills, scholastic average and financial need.

National Scholarships - February 15, 2009 / District Scholarships - March 1, 2009 / International Scholarship - April 1, 2009

Varies by scholarship

• Must be enrolled in a welding-related educational program and hold a high school diploma or GED
• School must be located in the U.S. or territories
• Financial need is not required to qualify
• Awards selected at district level

• Help solve community problems in the areas of education, public safety, the environment, and other human needs
• Commit to a year of full-time service (some programs have part-time opportunities as well)
• Receive training necessary to complete their service and gain valuable skills for their future
• Earn a living allowance, health care and an education award, as well as other benefits

http://www.americorps.org/for_individuals/benefits/benefits_ed_award.asp

• Be of Asian and/or Pacific Islander ethnicity as defined by the 2000 Census
• Be a U.S. citizen, U.S. National, permanent resident, or citizen of the Freely Associated States.
• Be attending college for the first time
• Be enrolled full-time in a two or four year degree program at a U.S. accredited college or university.
• Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.3
• Evaluated based on academic record and plans; community service; financial need; leadership.

www.apiasf.org/scholarship_app

• Financial Need
• Socially, physically and economically disadvantaged adults
• Heads of households with small children
• Displaced homemakers
• Utilize personal assessment and/or re-entry programs available through colleges, community agencies, service groups, or career professionals
• Clearly define career goals and objectives
• Specify the educational requirements to attain above goals and objectives

• Resident of King County
• Must not be receiving any similar aid
• Must carry a minimum of ten hours per quarter
• Must maintain a 3.0 GPA
• Complete application, secure two recommendations, write a brief personal statement of circumstances and goals, and, if a continuing student, submit a transcript of grades.
• Personal interview required
• Student may not have advanced degrees

• Completed or will complete associate degree during the year they are being considered for the scholarship.
• Admitted into a four-year college prior to receiving the scholarship stipend.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0.
• Sincere desire to teach/administer at a community or technical college.
• Additional criteria can be viewed at Association web site.

http://www.learningconnections.org/Association/scholarships.htm

• One year membership included for recipient
• Currently a full time student and re-enrolling for the summer or fall quarters.
• Enrolled in a computer-related degree program
• Presently completing or already completed 15 credits in the program
• Current GPA 3.0 or above
• Must attend an awards meeting in June

http://www.awcps.org/scholarship

• First generation college students (neither parent graduated from a four-year college)
• Planning to become a professional in natural or environment sciences
• In need of financial assistance to complete college
• Resident of the state of Washington for at least 24 months prior to applying
• Entering the second year of a program at a two-year college or will have attained junior status at a four-year college

http://www.bandegranttrust.org/

• Must be a BECU Member, primary account holder. *To become a member of BECU simply establish a BECU savings account with a deposit of at least $5.00.
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or greater.
• Must be a graduating high school senior or full-time undergraduate student.
• Current admission or enrollment in college
• Selection will be based on Community/School Service; Leadership Potential; Academic Achievement.

http://www.becu.org/default.asp?pid=youth-scholarships . Limited number of applications also available at the Financial Aid Office

• Currently pursuing a career in the construction industry or; intending to pursue a career in the construction industry or; have work experience in the construction industry
• Evaluation criteria will be judged based on academic record, work experience, community service/school activities, recommendations, financial need, essay

See Financial Aid Office

• Woman student and U.S. Citizen
• Meet age requirements for specific scholarship or grant
• A resident of Washington State for two or more years
• Officially accepted into an accredited degree or certificate program at U.S. college or university
• Demonstrate scholastic ability
• Be in need of financial assistance
• Submit an official transcript of grades

See Financial Aid Office or download application at http://www.bpwwa.com/. For additional information contact Virginia Murphy at vamurf@nwi.net

• Must be nominated by a college campus
• Must be a US Citizen or permanent resident
• Must have demonstrated academic success - minimum 2.5 GPA.
• Must have engaged in community service within the previous 12 months as validated by college nominator.
• Must be planning to enroll in at least two courses during the upcoming fall term.
• Children or grandchildren of Coca-Cola employees are not eligible.

See the Financial Aid Office

• Female over 25 years of age who plans on pursuing an eligible Vocational/Technical course in Washington State.
• Must be citizen of U.S.
• Not intended for women seeking Bachelors or post graduate degrees.
• Grant may be used for tuition and fees, books and supplies.

• Offered to women students seeking coninuting education.
• A resident of King, Kitsap, Pierce or Snohomish County
• Must be entering or continuing an educational program in the field of study that will advance
• Demonstrate high scholastic ability
• Be in need of financial assistance
• Complete and submit all required materials by deadline date.

http://www.ecbpwfoundation.org

• Merit based awarded to qualified students who plan on pursuing a career in the "On-Site Power Generation Industry (this may include Diesel Technicians
• Enrolled or accepted as a full-time student at a Vocational-Technical School or a two-year or four-year educational institution.
• Minimum 2.8 GPA
• Academic and personal achievements (merit) will be used as the primary basis for the award. Financial need may be evaluated as a secondary consideration.

http://www.egsa.org/education/scholarships.cfm

• Must be 18 years of age or older as of May 15, 2008
• Must be a full time student with a minimum 3.0 GPA
• Enrolled in an engineering or manufacturing-related course of study, or a trade or technical program that may lead to a career in manufacturing; or
• a member of FMA, TPA or OPC
• the employee of a member company; or
• the child of a member; or
• the child of a member company's employee
• Recipients will be selected based on their demonstrated knowledge of the manufacturing industry, personal creativity and style, and compliance with the application instructions.
• Recipients will be required to verify their eligibility and execute a Publicity Release before the award is confirmed.
• Awards may be used to defray the cost of tuition, school fees, or books.
• SEE WEBSITE for more information

• Created to provide education assistance for post-secondary study to financially needy dependents - children and spouses - of those killed or permanently disabled as a result of the terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2001, and during the rescue activities relating to those attacks.
• Must apply by the year 2012
• Must provide documentation of financial dependency on the victim
• Must enroll in college by age 24

www.familiesoffreedom.org

• Based on academic achievement (minimum 3.0 GPA)
• Campus and/or community activities
• Preparation for an accounting career
• Work history and financial need
• Personal statement
• Two letters of recommendation

• 2009 high school graduate or college student planning a career in a horticulture field
• Interest in horticulture or a related field (including floristry)
• Financial need
• Legal resident
• 3.25 GPA or higher
• Activities and achievements in school and community

Inquire at the Financial Aid Office; or contact Horticulture Program Instructors; or contact JoyceJohnson310@comcast.net

• See NSNA website for more information regarding scholarships
• Must be U.S. citizen or student with an Alien Registration number currently enrolled in state-approved schools of nursing or pre-nursing in AAS or higher degree.
• Based on academic achievement
• Financial Need
• Involvement in nursing student organizations and community activities related to health care.
• Additional criteria may be required by some sponsors.
• Applications will be available from May 2008 - January 2009

• Established in 1999 to provide outstanding, low income African American, American Indian/Alaska Natives, Asian Pacific Islander American, and Hispanic American students with an opportunity to complete an undergraduate college education in any discipline they choose.
• Must be a citizen, national or legal permanent resident of the United States
• GPA of 3.3 or higher, or have earned a GED
• Will be enrolling for the first time at a U.S. acredited college or university as a full-time, degree seeking, first-year student in fall 2008
• Have demonstrated leadership abilities through participation in community service, extracurricular, or other activities
• Meet the federal Pell Grant eligibility criteria
• Complete and submit all three required forms (Nominee Personal Information Form, Nominator Form, and Recommender Form by the deadline

• Must be a graduating high school senior or recent graduate (2 years or less) enrolled in a college-level automotive technical program. Exception made for military or religious service
• Must be enrolled in a college-level program
• Priority if given to students who plan a career in the automotive aftermarket, or who are sons and daughters of families who are in the automotive aftermarket.
• Applications are made on-line

For a complete list of scholarships visit www.pridefoundation.org/scholarships

• Must be a resident of Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana, or Alaska who demonstrates commitment to human and civil rights for all people.
• See GSBA Prid Foundation website for residency definitions
• Preference is given to self-indentified LGBTQ students, members of LGBTQ families, or straight-allies who have been strongly supportive of the LGBTQ community.
• All scholarships emphasize demonstrated commitment to human and civil rights for all people.

• Minimum eligibility criteria for HCF scholarship programs are:
• U.S. citizen or Permanent Resident
• Minimum GPA of 3.0
• Must plan to enroll as a full-time undergraduate student from Fall 2008 - Spring 2009
• Must plan to be enrolled in a college or university in the U.S. or Puerto Rico

Varies

• Website provides links to various scholarships that support students pursuing degrees in Dental programs.

• Must be of Hispanic heritage
• Must be a U.S. Citizen or legal permanent resident
• Must be currently enrolled part-time or full-time at a community college
• Must have plans to transfer and enroll full-time at a four year, U.S. accredited institution
• Minimum 3.0 GPA
• Must apply for feral financial aid using the FAFSA

• Applicants must meet both the general requirements and the specific requirements listed for the individual scholarship program they are applying for.
• Citizen of U.S.
• BIA Certification of Tribal membership
• See Application Handbook at website below

• Must be a woman age 35 or older
• US Citizen
• Enrolled in, or accepted to, an accredited school
• Pursuing a technical or vocational education, an associate's degree, or a first bachelor's degree.
• Low-income according to the U.S. Dept. of Labor's Lower Living Standard.

1. Rotary Scholarship
   • Financial Need
   • Academic Promise
   • A record of school or community service
   • Currently enrolled at Lake Washington Technical Academy or Lake Washington Technical College
2. Vocational & Business Scholarship
   • Have completed at least two semesters of Vocational Education courses, enrolled or intending to attend a vocational program in the coming year
   • Financial Need
   • Academic Promise
   • Currently a senior at Lake Washington Technical Academy or Lake Washington Technical College graduating in 2009
3. Charles O. Morgan Communications Scholarship
   • Plan a college major in Communications, i.e. Journalism, Theater Arts, English Literature or Public Relations & Advertising
   • Financial Need
   • Academic Promise

http://www.kirklandrotary.org/

• Washington State resident
• Graduated from high school at least four years prior to application for scholarship
• Enrolled in an accredited Washington state college or university
• Enrolled in a Fiber Arts program
• Minimum GPA 2.0

• Must be graduating senior currently residing in the Northshore School District.
• Auto Technology career path

• Must be a graduate of a Seattle School District high school
• Must have completed the first year of college classes (45 credits) prior to the ucomping academic year classes.
• Anticipates enrollment for upcoming academic year classes as a full-time student in a Washington State college or university.
• GPA of 2.5 or above
• Financial need

• Open to all high school seniors who plan to attend any accredited 2-year or 4-year college or university within the United States.
• Selection based on leadership qualities, community involvement and academic performance.

http://www.lowes.com/lowes/lkn?action=pg&p=Scholarship/lowesfoundation_120606.html

• Commitment to a medical assisting career with goal of achieving AAMA certification.
• Based on interest, need and aptitude
• Bonus: One year student membership in the AAMA, WSSMA and local Chapter organizations. Special guest at the President's Luncheon of the WSSMA Annual meeting in May.

• Financial need / extenuating circumstances.
• Academic achievement.
• Jewish and general community involvement.
• Essay.
• Special aptitudes, skills and interests. Washington
• State resident.
• Maintain minimum 2.5 GPA.
• Two letters of recommendation required.

• Must have completed half the requirements for a degree or certification program in which enrolled.
• Must have real financial need.
• Must have at least a 3.0 GPA.
• Must have a career objective in the Hospitality Industry.

• Enrolled at LWTC Graduate of Northshore School
• District high schools or resident of NS District.
• Financial need.

• Washington Resident
• Must be a second year, full time baking major with a minimum grade point average of 2.5, or must be currently employed at a retail bakery or pastry shop with a minimum six-month employment history there.

See the Financial Aid office

April 15, 2009

• Two scholarships $1000 and $500
• Must be 2nd year student continuing in horticulture or related field
• Must have graduated from a Washington State High School
• Present transcripts of high school and college grades
• Be registered at an accredited college or university in the State of Washington
• Present letters of recommendation from two professors or teachers.
• Write a short paragraph of your goals and reasons for needing the scholarship.

• Based primarily upon financial need and educational goals.
• Must reside in the Bellevue School District and be a United States citizen, a refugee, or registered alien awaiting eligibility for US citizenship.
• Grants tailored to recipient's need and decided on a quarterly basis.
• Participants are required to contribute community service hours to OSL.
• Contact OSL for current grant and scholarship information.

• Must be a resident of Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana, or Alaska who demonstrates commitment to human and civil rights for all people.
• Preference given to students who are self-identified LGBT, members of LGBT families, or straight-allies who have been strongly supportive of the LGBT community.

• High School Seniors who live within the City of Redmond and King County Fire District 34 borders, who are not older than 20 years.
• Acceptance to community college or trade school.

• Must be a Redmond resident enrolled in a vocational/technical program OR taking academic classes (English, math, etc.).
• Must have remaining unmet need (if applicable) and low to moderate income based on HUD guidelines.

• Must be accepted and enrolled at a college or university. See website for specific criteria for each scholarship.

• Washington State students who are of seasonal or migrant farm worker backgrounds.

• Must have exemplary community service and civic involvement. Application fee: $5

Multiple awards:  $1,500 renewable for up to 2 years tataling $3,000

• Purpose is to assist low-income King County students in pursuing and completing degrees of higher education.
• King County resident
• Demonstrate financial need
• Show community involvement
• Academic acheivement demonstrated by a minimum 2.5 GPA (high school or college, as applicable)
• Study at an accredited public community college or trade school in Washington State

http://www.seattlefoundation.org/DatasetRecord.cfm?recordID=10010844&returnURL=%2Fpage32313%2Ecfm%3FVIEWABS%3D0%26NOTVIEWIDS%3D0%26SORTBY2%3D%26BROWSERESULTS%3D1%26PROFILEMATCH%3D1%26UNCHECK%3D0%26NUMRESULTPG%3D10%26SEARCHCRITERIA%3Dseattle%26SEARCHCRITERIA%5FORIG%3D%26RESULTSTART%3D1&returntoname=Scholarship%20Search&sidepageid=32313&thetitle=The%20Seattle%20Foundation%20Scholarship&Ds_PagepropId=177&banner1img=banner_1.swf&banner2img=banner_228058.JPG&bannerbg=bannerbg.jpg&CFID=3363404&CFTOKEN=54774614&jsessionid=443076505e37$03$AA$F

• Grants are primarily for single parent families to assist with tuition and book costs.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or awaiting citizenship.
• Enrolled as a full-time student with financial need
• 2.5 GPA.
• Grants may be renewed quarterly if required GPA is maintained.

70 awards of at least $500

• Scholarship may be used for tuition and fees, books supplies or equipment at postsecondary institutions.
• Must have GPA of 2.0 or higher
• Student must have verifiable financial need as established by the EFC determined through FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid)
• Must be a currently enrolled Washington State community or technical college student.

www.nela.net/takeaimscholarship

Varies based on scholarship

• Students must have a minimum GPA of 2.5
• Students must have unmet need as verified by financial aid office
• Students must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
• For complete list of scholarships see website

www.uncf.org/scholarships/index.asp

$1500 (renewable)

• Plan to enroll or are enrolled in full- or half-time coursework at an accredited two or four year college or university
• GED recipients are eligible.
• Annual gross family income of $35,000 or less as documented on federal income-tax return
• U.S. citizen or eligible noncitizen
• Are not currently in default on a federal education loan.
• Maintain 2.5 GPA
• Awards will be based on the applicant's past academic performance and future potential. Leadership and participation in school and community activities. Work experience. Career and educational aspirations and goals. Unusual personal or family circumstances.

http://www.usafunds.org/planning/access_to_education_scholarship/index.htm

• To qualify you must be an honorably discharged veteran; or, a child, grandchild, or great-grandchild of an honorably discharged veteran on whose service your application is based.
• You must be enrolled at or admitted to a college by April 1, 2009.
• The scholarship must be used beginning eiher 2009 summer or fall term
• You must provide a legible copy of your or the veteran's DDForm 214 as proof of:
  • your, his or her active duty service during WWII; the Korean Conflict; the Vietnam Conflict; OR
  • your, his or her eligibility to receive, or receipt of, the Southwest Asia Service Medal.
  • complete 16 hours of Community Service focused towards Veterans and Veterans activities
• Requires Recommendation

See Financial Aid Office

• Must be attending or prepared to attend a 2 or 4 year college. Must be a returning student over age 24, Washington state resident with financial need.

• Strong leadership ability.
• Academic promise, must have minimum 3.0 GPA.
• Financial need as certified on FAFSA.
• Minimum halftime enrollment at a community or technical college.
• Must be a Washington State resident and a U.S. Citizen or an eligible noncitizen.
• See application requirements at website

http://www.wfaa.org/docs/students/scholarships/ethnicawareness.html

• Qualified applicants will be beginning their Junior year in Fall 2008, have completed at least two accounting courses with the intention of becoming a Certified Public Accountant
• Must maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA overall

• Must be female, at least 25 years of age by May 2, 2007.
• U.S. Citizen
• Demonstrate critical financial need and have an EFC of $2500 or less.
• Must be officially accepted into an accredited degree or certificate program and plan to graduate between December 1, 2007, and August 31, 2009.
• Need to demonstrate clear career plans.

• Must be female, a U.S. Citizen and resident of Washington State for 2 or more years.
• Must meet age requirements for specific scholarship or grant .
• Must be officially accepted into a program or course of study at an accredited school in Washington State.
• Must demonstrate scholastic ability.
• Be in need of financial assistance.
• Must submit official transcript of grades.

• Must be pursuing a diploma, baccalaureate, or graduate degree in emergency management or a closely related field.
• Applicant must include a current academic history verifying enrollment and good academic standing.
• Must be a resident of Washington State and attending a college or university in the state of Washington having completed one academic term prior to the scholarhsip application period.
• Two letters of recommendation required.

• Must be a member or dependent child of a member of WSECU.
• Student must attend school on a full-time basis in the fall of 2009, and the degree sought must be the first of its type.
• Questions may be directed to Scholarship Coordinator at 800-562-0999, x10470 / x10245

http://www.wsecu.org or http://www.wsecu.org/x1854.xml

• Must be a ward of the court and a senior on track to graduate in 2006-07.
• Must have a High School GPA of 2.0 or above.
• Must be planning to enroll full-time at an eligible institution in Washington.
• Complete eligibility requirements available on the website listed below.

Available at http://www.collegesuccessfoundation.org/gs/index.htm

• The purpose of this program is to provide scholarships to students training to be primary care health professionals. In return, the student signs a Promissory Note agreeing to provide primary care in a designated health professional shortage area in Washington state for a minimum of three years. Urgent/Emergent and specialty care are not considered Primary Care and are not accepted for service credit.
• First priority will be given to those applicants enrooled in Undergraduate Nursing, Nursing Faculty, Dental, Dental Hygienist, and Pharmacist programs who demonstrate a commitment to rural communities and underserved populations. (see website for full description)
• Not based on financial need
• May attend less than full time
• Do not have to be a Washingtons state resident to apply
• Must return to Washington state to fulfill your service obligation
• Participants may not work in urgent care clinics or specialty care clinics or hospital emergency room.

http://www.hecb.wa.gov/paying/waaidprgm/health.asp

February 6, 2009

Value of award based on institution selected and credits taken. Three years to begin using award and six years to fully use the funds. May be applied toward any valid educational expense such as tuition, books, supplies, room, board, and transportation.

• Recognizes students for outstanding achievement in career and technical education, and for their leadership and service to their schools and communitites.
• Must be a Washington State resident, currently enrolled student, and by June 30, 2009, will:
• Graduate from high school having completed a minimum of 360 hours in a single career and technical education program approved by the OSPI or complete at least one year in a technical education program at a public community or technical college approved by the SBCTC.

• Scholarship must be used at a two or four year college or trade school within the academic year following receipt of the scholarship.
• Applicants must be pursuing further education in horticulture, botany, landscape design, floral design, or environmental studies.
• Requires letter of recommendation and transcript of school records