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info@wsac.wa.gov | (360) 753-7800Our Work What We Do Learn about the statutory responsibilities of the Council Our Mission We advance educational opportunities and attainment in Washington Legislative Work Update on the Council’s work in Olympia Bylaws Council governance and operations Our People Executive Director Learn more about WSAC’s Executive Director Members Learn more about the ten Council members Our Agency Rules and WACs Updates on the latest agency rule-making activity Employment Join our team and make a difference! Contracts and Requests for Proposals Protocols for contracts with the Council Contact Us Agency Directory Directory of agency programs and contacts Our Location Addresses, directions, and deliveries MEETINGS Council Meetings 2024 Schedule & Materials Jan. 23 - May 14 - Aug. 20 - Nov. 6 Boards & Committees STEM Education Innovation Alliance Aligning Washington’s education system with a STEM-based economy Workforce Education Investment Accountability and Oversight Board Providing guidance, recommendations, and accountability for workforce education Events Aim Higher Washington Trainings A series of trainings around financial aid content and strategy sessions for supporting students Archives Meeting Materials Find agendas and materials from past Council meetings Workgroups & Events Explore the materials of past events, and the composition, minutes, and agenda items of past workgroups STRATEGY & PARTNERSHIPS About Strategy & Partnerships 2024 Strategic Action Plan The Strategic Action Plan includes recommendations for programs, policies, and investments that can advance educational attainment SAP Dashboard Includes selected indicators that track progress toward the statewide postsecondary attainment goal, with a focus on equity Affordability Affordability Strategy Our strategies for removing financial barriers Tuition and College Costs Costs related to tuition and fees for higher education in Washington Immigrant Students Information for students who are immigrants, are undocumented, or have DACA Enrollment Enrollment Strategy Creating clear and accessible education pathways College Admissions Learn about the many post secondary options available in our State Dual Credit Explore options such as Running Start, Advanced Placement, and Dual Credit Programs Student Supports Student Supports Strategy Find policy and campus resources and get involved in a statewide learning community Student Resources for Basic Needs Helping students access need-specific assistance Completion Completion Strategy Helping students persist and earn a credential Transfers Policies and procedures related to student transfers between higher education institutions Academic Credit for Prior Learning Credits awarded based on skills and knowledge gained outside the classroom Partnerships Regional Challenge Grants Grants to local or regional partnerships for innovative interventions to increase college enrollment and completion FINANCIAL AID About Financial Aid Washington State Financial Aid Programs An overview of the financial aid programs available to Washington students Participating Institutions A list of colleges and universities that participated in Washington’s state financial aid programs Financial Aid Appeals If someone in your family has lost a job or is working less, colleges may be able to provide more financial aid Apply for Financial Aid Learn more and complete a FAFSA or WASFA financial aid application WASFA State financial aid for individuals who are undocumented and other select applicants Need-Based Programs Washington College Grant (WA Grant) WA Grant gives eligible people more money for more types of education and training beyond high school. College Bound Provides financial assistance to low-income students who dream of a college education State Work Study Provides eligible students an approved job to support their education Passport to Careers Helps former foster youth and unaccompanied homeless youth attend and succeed in college, apprenticeships, and pre-apprenticeship programs Passport to Careers Guide In-depth guide to help Passport-eligible students prepare, apply, and pay for college, apprenticeships, and pre-apprenticeship programs WA Grant for Apprenticeship Helps income-eligible apprentices pay for tuition, fees, and materials. Merit-Based Programs American Indian Endowed Scholarship Competitive scholarship to outstanding eligible students Washington Award for Vocational Excellence (WAVE) Scholarship to outstanding students in career and technical education (CTE) programs Targeted Workforce Aerospace Loans Supporting employment needs of Washington’s aerospace companies Teacher Programs Supporting Washington’s current and future teacher workforce Washington Health Corps Encouraging licensed health professionals to provide care at approved sites in rural or underserved areas National Guard Grant Helping members of the National Guard get an undergraduate degree or certificate Student Loan Debt Student Loan Advocacy Supporting current and future student loan borrowers in Washington Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Providing loan forgiveness for eligible government and nonprofit employees ADMINISTRATION Higher Education Administration Colleges and Institutions Higher education institutions serving students in Washington Protecting Education Consumers Ensuring Washington’s colleges and career schools meet required operating standards Student Complaints Resources related to student complaints School Closures and Teach-Outs Information for students affected by school closures and teach-outs Degree Authorization Ensuring postsecondary education quality Approval of Veterans’ Programs Resources related to the evaluation, approval, and oversight of schools and training facilities for use of G.I. Bill® funds Veterans’ Education and Training Promoting and safeguarding quality education and training programs for veterans State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement (SARA) WSAC responsible for processing applications for SARA participation from schools based in the state Student Residency Further information on residency requirements in Washington Financial Aid Administration The Portal Direct link to online resources for state institutions FAA Resources Materials for financial aid administrators FAFSA Completion Current data for Washington State and school districts SETuP Support for foster youth transitioning from high school to college, careers, or service Unit Record Report Unit Record Reporting resources Institutional Participation in State Aid Information for institutions of higher education seeking to offer Washington state financial aid to students State Work Study for Employers Information for organizations seeking to employ State Work Study students Apprenticeship Program Providers Information for providers wishing to participate in the Washington College Grant for Apprenticeships Washington Health Corps Sites Information for health care sites regarding Washington Health Corps participation Suspended Programs Materials related to latent SFA programs College Savings College Savings Plans Resources related to the Guaranteed Education Tuition and DreamAhead college savings plans, and the plan’s governing committee College Savings Dashboard Data visualizations to track program goals, measures and outcomes Competitive Grants College Assistance Migrant Program Grant to help cover college costs for eligible students from the migrant and seasonal farm worker population Child Care Grants Grants to institutions to help cover child care costs for eligible families Wrestling Grant Program Grants to institutions to maintain or establish intercollegiate wrestling programs OUTREACH & INITIATIVES College & Career Plan Your Future College and career planning resources for high school juniors and seniors Financial Aid theWashBoard.org Free service connecting students with Washington scholarship providers OtterBot A free, 24/7 messaging service...