*Seattle Promise Scholarship
A Promising Future: Scholarship offers students a free path to higher education
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Make an Appointment or Drop in the Ballard HS Counseling Center on Tuesdays or Reach Out via Email at jacob.shapior@seattleschools.org or Phone or Text: 206-661-1290
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Seattle Promise Milestone Dates
- Feb. 14, 2025: Complete a Seattle Promise Application
- Feb. 14, 2025: Complete admissions application to a Seattle College (North, Central, South)
- April 30, 2025: Complete the 2025-26 FAFSA or WASFA
- Spring 2025: Attend Readiness Academy
- July 31, 2025: Deadline to submit required financial aid documents
- August/Sept. 2025: Attend Summer Bridge
Seattle Promise Application Information
The Seattle Promise Scholarship increases access to college for students, particularly those from underrepresented groups. The scholarship is open to all SPS graduates and provides up to two years or 90 credits of tuition at Seattle Central College, North Seattle College, or South Seattle College.
The Seattle Promise scholarship application for Class of 2025 is due Friday, Feb. 14, 2025. All SPS graduates from the Class of 2025 are eligible for Seattle Promise, regardless of GPA, income, or country of birth. Please note, only the High School Senior should submit the application. Family members should not submit an application on a student’s behalf.
There are 2 steps to apply to Seattle Promise
- Submit a Seattle Promise Scholarship Application
- Submit a Seattle Colleges Admissions Application (North, Central or South Seattle College)
Free tuition is just the beginning. Help with other school-related expenses such as books, childcare, food, housing, and transportation is also available. As part of the program, students also have access to year-round support services to help them succeed, including advising, transfer assistance, and long-term career planning.