Scholarships

South Emergency Funds - Fall application is now open on AwardSpring.com

The Fall Emergency Funds application is now available. Please follow the directions below to access and complete the Fall Emergency Funds application. You will need to create an account by using the link below. Once on the AwardSpring site, click on the "Sign in with Your School Account" tab to begin.

https://seattlecolleges.awardspring.com/ (You can create an account using a personal email account, but we highly encourage you to use your seattlecolleges email address. Once your account is accepted and registered in AwardSpring– then this is the link you will use to log in.)

Once logged in, on the dashboard you should see the South Seattle College- Emergency Funds Application under Follow-Ups. Click the apply button and complete the application.

**Availability of Emergency Funds is greatly reduced for this school year. For Summer 2022-Spring 2023, the maximum eFunds award will be $1,000 and CARES funding will be offered only once this school year. Note that CARES funds are the only funds that can pay tuition balances.**

Open Scholarship Opportunities

U.S. Bank Student Scholarship Sweepstakes - national - due 10/30/22

For a chance to win a scholarship award, register and complete at least 6 financial education lessons (each lesson takes 5 to10 minutes to complete). The more you learn, the more you could win. Awards range from $4,000 to $14,000. Register & learn!

Greater Seattle Chapter of the Links, Inc. Scholarship - local - opens soon and due in 11/1/22

For African American students in need of tuition, educational, or basic needs assistance -- awards are made on a case-by-case basis; more information is posted online. Must be enrolled full-time and a U.S. citizen, residing in the Links service area which includes King County, and be able to demonstrate continued involvement in service to the African American community. Awards range from $1,000 to $15,000. Register and apply online (read How to Apply at the bottom of this page.)

Soroptomist Live Your Dream Award - local, regional, international - due 11/15/22

For women who provide the primary financial support for themselves and their dependents and who have financial need. Awards from $1,000 to $16,000. Awards are not renewable. Apply online.

AANAPISI Scholarship - local - due 1/19/23, 2pm

For students who are able to describe their ethnicity, heritage, or ancestry in relation to lands in Asia or the Pacific Islands. awards range from one-time $2,500 awards to multi-year $5,000 awards. If selected, scholars must be enrolled full-time in the 2023-24 school year to receive the award. South students are eligible for the AANAPISI Scholarship, while APIA Scholarships are available to all US students. You may apply for both scholarships with the same application. Apply online.

APIA Scholarship - national - due 1/19/23, 2pm

For students who are able to describe their ethnicity, heritage, or ancestry in relation to lands in Asia or the Pacific Islands. Minimum GPA 2.7. Scholarship amounts range from $2,500 one-year awards to $20,000 multi-year awards. Apply online.

Apply for Financial Aid

Sign up for the Washboard, our state's scholarship database..

Upcoming Scholarships

All-Washington Academic Team - local - application is due in Fall Quarter

Two South students are selected each year based on their high academic achievements, community involvement, and service to their school and community. Honorees will receive scholarship support towards their transfer to a four-year college or university. In addition, they will be considered for the further scholarship support if named to the All-USA Academic team. More information will be available when the scholarship opens.

Soroptomist Live Your Dream Award - national - application opens 8/1 and will be due 11/15/22

For women who provide the primary financial support for themselves and their dependents with financial need. Awards from $1,000 to $16,000. Awards are not renewable. Apply online.

Generation Google Scholarship - national - application is due in early December

For students who identify from groups underrepresented in the tech industry, including women, Black/African Americans, Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islanders, Hispanic/LatinX, and Native Americans. Must be studying computer science, computer engineering or a closely related technology field. Awards $10,000 for the upcoming school year.

Jack Kent Cooke Undergraduate Transfer Scholarship (see below)

Greater Seattle Chapter of the Links, Inc. Scholarship - local - deadlines August 1, November 1, and February 1

For African American students in need of tuition, educational, or basic needs assistance -- awards are made on a case-by-case basis; more information is posted online. Must be enrolled full-time and a U.S. citizen, residing in the Links service area which includes King County, and be able to demonstrate continued involvement in service to the African American community. Awards range from $1,000 to $15,000. Register and apply online (read How to Apply at the bottom of this page.)

Transfer Scholarships

To be eligible for the most funding, apply early for Fall admission. Check your transfer schools' websites for specific information. We are still building this list, so please let us know if there are more resources to add.

Scholarships That can fund your Bachelor's degree

(They may not be open, but get ready to apply)

Jack Kent Cooke Undergraduate Transfer Scholarship - application opens Oct.1 and is due in January - awards up to $55,000/year for rising juniors (Fall 2021 transfers). Open to all majors. Minimum 3.5 GPA.
Hollings Undergraduate Scholarship - application opens Sept. 1 - awards include funding for 2 years (up to $9,500/year) and paid summer internship opportunities at NOAA facilities - for rising Juniors in majors related to NOAA programs and mission.
Washington Women in Need Star Scholars Program - application usually opens January and is due in April for the following school year - awards up to $5,000 per year for multiple years. For women with 2.5+ GPA who demonstrate financial need.
Washington State Opportunity Baccalaureate Scholarship - application usually opens in December and is due in February - provides multi-year funding for specific majors at WA schools - for freshmen and sophomores only - 2.75+ GPA and WA state HS or GED required
UW Martin Achievement Scholarship - application opens in February and is due in early April - provides one year of funding at South (up to $5,000) and up to 3 years of funding at UW Seattle (up to $12,000/year) - for rising sophomores in any major.
U.W. Martin Honors Scholarship - application opens in May and is due in July - provides up to 3 years of funding at UW Seattle (up to $12,000/year) for Spring & Fall 2021 transfers.

Scholarship Tips

Scholarships - open all year

South Seattle College Foundation Emergency Fund - local grant

For South students who need assistance to stay in school -- talk to United Way Benefits Hub Staff in Worksource RSB 79.

Assistance League of Seattle Financial Aid for Education (FAFE) - local scholarship

For King County residents who do not have financial aid or other funding. FAFE provides tuition, fees, and textbook funding needed for Associate's Degree. Must maintain 3.0+ GPA and enroll in 10+ credits per term. Apply at least 3 weeks prior to the quarter begins. Requires 3 recommendations, personal statement, transcript, education plan, and paper application. Download the application and FAQs. Talk to TRIO staff for a referral before you apply.

RST S-STEM Scholarship - local scholarship

For RST Academy members who are pursuing an eligible STEM major, who have submitted FAFSA and demonstrate financial need. Awards up to $2500 per quarter, renewable. Priority to students who have not yet completed Math098. Apply online.

The Links, Inc. - Greater Seattle Chapter - Supplemental Support Scholarship - local - open year-round

For African American college students - must be a U.S. citizen - must show financial need. Scholarships are made to support students with an unmet financial need, such as exhausted financial aid or personal emergency. Awards provide tuition assistance, educational supplies, basic needs (transportation, medical/dental/food). Awards are determined on a case-by-case basis. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis with due dates: 8/1/22, 11/1/22 and 2/1/23. Apply online.

Marine Corps Scholarships Foundation Career & Technical Education Scholarship - national scholarship

For children of active, reserve, honorably discharged or killed while serving U.S. Marine or Navy Corpsman. For students pursuing a Professional/Technical program with 2.0+ GPA and 2017 gross family income under $98,000. Limited eligibility for stepchildren and grandchildren. Part-time students are eligible. Awards $1,500-$10,000 per year, renewable for up to 4 years. Applications are reviewed monthly. Apply online.

Post Prison Education Program Scholarship - local

PPEP is a comprehensive program to help current or former prisoners go to school. Scholarship funds are used to supplement financial aid and amounts vary. Download application and learn more online.

Women's Independence Scholarship Program - national scholarship

For women who have survived domestic violence. The scholarship requires applicants to have worked with a DV agency for 6+ months. Awards are $200 - $5,000+, and are renewable. Part-time students can be funded. Special consideration will be given to those interested in using their education to further the rights of, and options for, women and girls. Applications take at least 2 months to be reviewed. Apply online.

Scholarships of note

AANAPISI Scholarship - local - due in November

For South students who identify as Asian American and/or Asian Pacific Islander. Awards $2,500/year for one or two years. First award begins in Winter Quarter.

APIA Scholarship - national - due in January

For Asian American and/or Asian Pacific Islander students. Minimum 2.7 GPA. Awards $2,500/year for one or two years. First award begins in Fall Quarter.

Jack Kent Cooke Undergraduate Transfer Scholarship - national - due in January

Application opens in October. Minimum 3.5 GPA. Awards up to $40,000/year for rising juniors (Fall 2023 transfers). Open to all majors.

Washington State Opportunity Baccalaureate Scholarship - local - due in February/March

Application usually opens in December and is due in February - Minimum 2.75 GPA. Graduated from HS or earned GED in WA state. Less than 90 college credits and attended no more than 6 quarters of college by the end of the academic year. Provides multi-year funding for specific majors at WA schools.

Davis-Putter Scholarship - national - due in April

For students who are active in movements for social and economic justice. Awards up to $15,000 for the upcoming academic year. Requires application, personal statement, transcripts, 2 recommendations, Student Aid Report (SAR) or FAFSA worksheet, Apply online.

Martin Achievement Scholarship - local - due in early April

For students who plan to attend South for 1 year before transferring to UW Seattle. Must have 15+ transferrable credits at time of application and demonstrate signs of exceptional ability in science, humanities, music, art, and/or leadership. Awards up to $5,000/year for one year at South and up to $12,000/year for 3 years at UW Seattle, contingent upon admission. Requires application (with 4 essay questions), unofficial transcripts, 2 recommendations, activities resume or CV. Finalists will be interviewed.

Seattle Colleges Foundation Scholarships - local - due in mid-April

All current and incoming Seattle College District students are eligible. Awards average $3,500 to 4,500 per year. Over $1 million in scholarship funding is available! You do the math--your odds of being awarded are very good!! Apply online.

Resources for Health, Career & Finances

Project Access Insurance Premium Assistance

For Washington residents who are eligible to purchase medical insurance on the Healthcare Benefits Exchange, income eligible, and cannot afford monthly premiums. Must be referred by a premium assistance funder.

Project Access Specialty Care Assistance

For uninsured or underinsured Washington residents who need specialty care. Must be referred by your doctor, hospital or emergency room.

United Way Benefits Hub

For access to resources including healthcare, food assistance, transportation resources, housing support and more. Benefits Hub staff are normally located in The WorkSource Center RSB 79 across from TRIO.

Washington Women in Need Pathways to Success Grant

For women who have a desire to create a pathway to achieve economic stability. This grant provides 6 months of coaching services with a coach certified by the International Coach Federation or a counselor licensed by the State of Washington to create a personal plan to fully meet current financial obligations, feel secure in your financial future and be able to make choices to enjoy life.

Washington Women in Need Career Launch Grant

For women who have graduated within the last 12 months or will graduate within the next 12 months. This grant provides 6 months of coaching services with a coach certified by the International Coach Federation.