Career & College Readiness
Career & College Readiness
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Local Scholarships
- PAWS Scholarship Foundation Application (2026)
- Paul Lauzier Foundation Scholarship: Mr. Lauzier was a frugal, yet generous member of the Ephrata community most of his life and his legacy of generosity continues through the Paul Lauzier Foundation. To read more about Mr. Lauzier and for more information about scholarship opportunities, visit the Paul Lauzier Foundation website.
- Washington State Fair Foundation Scholarships
- Gesa Credit Union Scholarship Awards
Local University & College Funded Scholarships
- CBC Foundation: Students who will be attending Columbia Basin College are eligible to apply for a variety of scholarships based on many factors including academic achievement, field of study and financial need. The scholarship application period typically opens in January. Each scholarship has its own set of criteria, but most require a minimum 2.0 GPA. You do not have to be FAFSA or WASFA eligible in order to apply. For more information visit Columbia Basin College's website.
- Big Bend Community College Foundation Scholarships: Big Bend Community College Foundation
- Community Colleges of Spokane Foundation Scholarships: Spokane Colleges Foundation
Education Funding Search Resources and Information
- Best Online Guide to Scholarships for Hispanic and Latino Students (edumed.org)
- EduMed: A Medical Student's Best Education Resource
Scholarship Searches:
- Washington Scholarship Coalition
- Fastweb
- Sallie Mae - Student Loans
- Federal Student Aid (An Office of the Department of Education)
- Scholarship Guidance
- Scholarships.com Website
- Mycollegeoptions.org Website
- HSF Scholarship Finder (Hispanic Scholarship Fund)
- Washington Student Achievement Council
Student Loan Information:
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According to the WAFSA webpage, the WAFSA is, "State Financial Aid for Undocumented Students and Other Select Applicants" as well as for individuals are not eligible for the FAFSA or may be wanting to maximize financial aid awards. If you are unsure if you should complete a FAFSA or a WASFA, complete the WASFA Eligibility Questionnaire.
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The Washington State Board for Community and Technical Colleges website provides useful tools to get information about any of 34 different Community and Technical colleges from across Washington State. Search by region or location, industry, or even program.