Idaho LAUNCH is a grant program that provides students a one-time opportunity to have 80% of the tuition and fees at an eligible institution covered, up to a maximum amount of $8,000. With approximately 75 million dollars available for Idaho LAUNCH funding, it is possible for this program to offer between 9,000 and 10,000 awards per year! 

Students can receive up to one-half of the initial grant award in the first year of a program. However, for programs that are less than 12 months in length, students can use the full awarded amount (80% of tuition and fees up to $8,000) in one year. 

• Idaho LAUNCH application opened: October 3

• Initial applications due: November 30 (Can still apply after this date)

• Contingent Award letters sent by: December 31, March 31, and May 31

• Idaho LAUNCH application closes: April 15

• Graduate from an Idaho high school or equivalent

• Be an Idaho resident

• Be enrolled in or have applied to an in-demand career program at an eligible Idaho institution

• Begin enrollment by fall semester after graduation

• Complete a Career Pathway Plan or equivalent

• Review the approved list of eligible in-demand careers

  • NOTE: During the application process, students will be required to pick a program (major or subject area of focus) and the school they plan to attend. While they are required to make selections now, these decisions can be revisited and updated by students later.

1. Submit an application through Scholarship Idaho (You will need to have your Student EDUID number. If you need it, reach out to your counselor)

2. Complete the 3 Required Next Steps Idaho Career Pathway Surveys

3. Receive a Contingent Award Letter (the award is contingent upon meeting the eligibility requirements)

4. Receive and accept the Final Award Letter, which is emailed through Scholarship Idaho after eligibility is verified