Send a child to college for free
Posted on 04. Jun, 2009 by Kelly.
Our future as a state and nation depends on our children receiving the education and job training they need to succeed in life. With only 17 out of 100 9th graders earning a college diploma, all of us have a responsibility to help every child.
Now, it could be as easy as FORWARDING this message on to friends, family, colleagues, and students you know TODAY!
Children from low-income families in 7th, 8th, or 9th grades could attend college for FREE thanks to the College Bound Scholarship offered by Washington State. It’s a four-year scholarship that will cover the cost of college tuition, fees, and books.
Parents can bring their child to a College Bound sign-up event:
When: Saturday, June 6, 2009
Where: Seattle University-Campion Ballroom
901 12th Street, Seattle, 98122
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
The deadline for 8th and 9th graders to apply is JUNE 30, 2009. Click here for more information.
Or, students can apply online via this application form.
Students can apply for the scholarship if they meet one of the following:
- Are eligible to receive free and reduced-price lunch;
- Receive TANF benefits;
- Are a foster youth; or
- Meet the income standards.
Please FORWARD this message today to help send a child to college for free.
Kelly Munn
Statewide Field Director
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