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Financial Aid and Scholarship Information

Financial Aid

Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is one of the first things individuals should complete if they are interested in enrolling in a post-secondary institution. When a student completes FAFSA, they can be eligible for free Federal and State aid to help them pay for tuition and other expenses. The FAFSA opens October 1st of each year and it needs to be renewed every school year. If you need assistance completing the FAFSA or you and/or your parents have questions, please call an EOC advisor for assistance. Visit the FAFSA webpage for more information.

FAFSA Overview Video

Swift Student

“Started in 2020, Swift Student is the only free, central repository of financial aid appeals / requests letter templates for students. It is a free, foundation-backed resource designed with college students and financial aid officers.”

To request changes to your financial aid package

Scholarships

Applying for scholarships can be an overwhelming process; EOC is here to help make this process less overwhelming for you! We can help you search for scholarships, review scholarship applications, proofread essays, and reference letters.

Washington State Scholarships

Washington Apple Education Foundation (WAEF)- WAEF offers two scholarship applications. 1) The universal scholarship application: students raised in families with direct ties to Washington’s tree fruit industry are eligible to apply. 2) The vocational scholarship application: Washington state high school seniors or current college students from Washington who are interested in careers in the tree fruit industry.

Washington State Opportunity Scholarship- Scholarships are available for students pursuing an Associates or Bachelor's degree in a STEM field.

The WashBoard - The WashBoard is a scholarship search engine available to students that are looking for scholarships within Washington State.

NCW Scholarships/Grants

The Community Foundation of NCW Scholarship Guide: This guide offers information and links to over 100 scholarships in the area.

Opportunity Grant - The Opportunity Grant is designed to help low income individuals obtain a degree or certificate in a high wage in demand career. Eligible students can obtain tuition and book assistance for up to 45 college level credits.

Worker Retraining Grant - The Worker Retraining Grant is designed to help individuals obtain a degree or certificate from Wenatchee Valley College to return to work. Eligible students can obtain assistance with tuition, books and other college expenses.

SCW Scholarships/Grants

YVC Foundation Scholarship - Students that apply for the Foundation Scholarship have the opportunity of obtaining more then one scholarship by completing just one general scholarship application.

Mollie Davis Scholarship - The Mollie Davis Schoarship is available for those students pursuing an Associates or Bachelor's degree. Students must be high school seniors or post-secondary students and be residents of Yakima County to apply.

Opportunity Grant - The Opportunity Grant is designed to help low income individuals obtain a degree or certificate in a high wage in demand career. Eligible students can obtain tuition and book assistance for up to 45 college level credits.

Worker Retraining Grant - The Worker Retraining Grant is designed to help individuals obtain a degree or certificate to return to work. Eligible students can obtain assistance with tuition, books and other college expenses.

Educational Opportunity Center