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SENIOR YEAR OVERVIEW
SENIOR YEAR OVERVIEW
Know what to do and expect so that you are on track with scholarships and to go to college!
APPLYING for FINANCIAL AID
APPLYING for FINANCIAL AID
Free Application for Financial Student Aid (FAFSA) will open October 1! Learn how to prepare: https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa
APPLYING TO COLLEGE
APPLYING TO COLLEGE
COLLEGE & Scholarship WORKSHOPS
COLLEGE & Scholarship WORKSHOPS
Get answers to your questions, guidance in application writing prompts, reviewing personals statements, and more. Clickable links can be found throughout the page.
Coalition for College FREE Virtual Fall Workshops (If you are not able to attend these virtual events, still register because they are recorded and can be sent to your emails!)
WSTA TRIO Scholarship Essay Writing Sessions RSVP:
Thursday, August 13, 2026 at the MLHS Library from 1 - 3 pm
Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at Mason's Place from 1 - 3 pm (2 days before the scholarship deadline)
Do you have questions about the UW freshmen application on the Common App? UW has live webinars to get your questions answered.
The University of Washington hosts this event is to prepare Native Students to apply for UW, however all students are welcome to attend.
UW offers VIRTUAL application workshops for high school seniors in Washington who are applying to the University of Washington as freshmen. Students must register for the session.
Common App and College Essay Tips
Common App and College Essay Tips
ElevatEd School YouTube Links
ElevatEd School YouTube Links
As you are begin your college, scholarship, and Common App essays, watch the following playlists to bring your essays to the next level:
APPLYING TO SCHOLARSHIPS
APPLYING TO SCHOLARSHIPS
Preparing to apply
Preparing to apply
Write a personal statement
Update your Actitivites Resume
Collect 3 letters of recommendation (2 must be related to the school)
trio scholarships
trio scholarships
Annual Scholarship for TRIO Students Due on November 30th: https://botform.compansol.com/Bot/BESTApplicationForm
local scholarships
local scholarships
Local Scholarships List - click here to find a list of local scholarships!
Paul Lauzier Scholarship (GPA 2.75 or above required): https://lauzier.org/index.php/high-school/
Rotary Club of Moses Lake Scholarships: https://rotarymoseslake.org/scholarships.php
Columbia Basin Foundation Scholarships: https://cbfcommunity.org/scholarship-season
North Central Scholarships: https://cfncw.org/scholarships/
Granco Federal Credit Union Member's Scholarship: https://www.granco.org/scholarship2025.html
Kobata Scholarship ( agriculture/science): https://www.kobatafoundation.org/
Washington sTATE scholarships
Washington sTATE scholarships
WA Opportunity Scholarship (STEM/Healthcare fields only): https://waopportunityscholarship.org/
SeaMar Scholarships (Farmworkers & Latino Students): https://www.seamar.org/scholarships.html
WA Apple Education Foundation Scholarship (must have direct ties to the fruit industry): https://waef.org/scholarships/
WWIN Star Scholars: https://wwin.org/star-scholars/
national scholarships
national scholarships
Gates Scholarship: https://www.thegatesscholarship.org/scholarship
Dell Scholarship: https://www.dellscholars.org/scholarship/
Coca Cola Scholarship: https://www.coca-colascholarsfoundation.org/apply/
Washington state scholarship search engine:
Washington state scholarship search engine:
SENIOR YEAR CHECKLIST
SENIOR YEAR CHECKLIST
Senior year can be overwhelming. This in-depth checklist below will help you know what to expect, what to do, and plan for the year.
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