Kids' Chance of Washington Scholarship
Kids' Chance of Washington · Free to apply
Award
$500 - $6,000
$500 to $6,000 · Renewable in later years
Free to apply. Legitimate scholarships never charge a fee. We use your student's information only to build their plan.
- Closes
- June 1, 2027
- closes in 201 days
- Essay
- No
- Recommendations
- None
- plus a transcript
- Need-based
- Yes
- Merit-based
- No
- Time to apply
- ~1.3 hrs
Rules read against the official award page. Confirm on the provider's site before applying.
Requirements
Who can apply for the Kids' Chance of Washington Scholarship, as the official award page states them. Your student must meet each one.
- Must be a resident of Washington
- Open to high school juniors, high school seniors, current college students, and adult learners
To apply
- A transcript, from the school registrar.
- Must be the child or spouse of a Washington worker who is permanently or catastrophically injured or deceased while on the job.
- The worker must be totally permanently disabled under Washington Department of Labor and Industries criteria or deceased.
- Must complete and submit the FAFSA or WASFA to demonstrate financial need.
- Must attend an accredited university, community college, technical or vocational college, an approved apprenticeship, or a Running Start program.
Good to know
- Applications are due June 1 for fall semester and November 1 for winter/spring semester; the year 2027 was inferred for the next upcoming cycle deadline.
Personalized matching
Does your student qualify?
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Requires WA residency
For 11th graders, high school seniors, current college students, adult learners
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About the scholarship
Kids' Chance of Washington offers need-based scholarships of $500 to $6,000 per year to children and spouses of Washington workers who suffered permanent disability or fatal injuries on the job. Funding may be used for tuition, fees, books, and living costs at accredited colleges, universities, technical schools, vocational programs, or Running Start. Selection is based on eligibility, financial need demonstrated through the FAFSA or WASFA, and verification of Labor & Industries benefits.
How to apply
Sent by email or mail
- 1Download and fill out the scholarship application or renewal application form.
- 2Obtain official high school transcripts and college/technical transcripts if applicable.
- 3Gather your college financial aid printout (if applicable) and an authorization form to verify Washington Labor & Industries benefits.
- 4Submit the completed application form, FAFSA or WASFA copy, and supporting materials by mail to the Olympia address or by email to info@KidsChanceWA.org.
From the sponsor's page, which is always the final word.
How the winners are chosen
The sponsor picks the winners from the students who apply. Most sponsors do not publish how many students apply.
- Time to apply
- ~1.3 hrs of work
Deadline and application cycle
The current deadline is June 1, 2027. This award runs on an annual cycle, with deadlines around June 1 each year.
- Applications close
- June 1, 2027
Free to apply. Legitimate scholarships never charge a fee. We use your student's information only to build their plan.
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Common questions about the Kids' Chance of Washington Scholarship
How much is the Kids' Chance of Washington Scholarship worth?
The Kids' Chance of Washington Scholarship awards $500 to $6,000 and is renewable in later years.
When is the Kids' Chance of Washington Scholarship deadline?
The current deadline is June 1, 2027. This award runs on an annual cycle, with deadlines around June 1 each year.
Who is eligible for the Kids' Chance of Washington Scholarship?
Key requirements: Must be a resident of Washington; Open to high school juniors, high school seniors, current college students, and adult learners.
Does the Kids' Chance of Washington Scholarship require an essay?
No essay is required. The application does ask for a transcript. Expect to spend about 1.25 hours on it.
How hard is it to win the Kids' Chance of Washington Scholarship?
The sponsor picks the winners from the students who apply. What limits who can enter: open only to Washington residents and an official transcript is required. Plan on about 1.3 hrs of work.
Is the Kids' Chance of Washington Scholarship free to apply?
Yes. The Kids' Chance of Washington Scholarship is free to apply. Legitimate scholarships never charge an application fee, and Solyo verifies every listed award against its official page.
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