Scholarships

What are scholarships?

Scholarships award money for education expenses based on criteria such as academics, athletics, community service, or financial need. Community organizations, colleges, religious institutions and private companies are examples of scholarship providers. Regardless of your background or immigration status, there is likely a scholarship for you.

Where can I look for scholarships?

Local sources:

• Local community foundations
• Credit unions, banks
• Rotary, Lions, Kiwanis club

College-specific scholarships:

• Find the "Financial Aid" or "Scholarship" page on a colleges website

Google searches:

• Instead of generic searches such as "scholarships for college", be more specific to find what you need by saying: "scholarships for first-generation students in Washington" or "engineering scholarships for high school seniors".

Big databases:

• Search engines such as The WashBoard, Fastweb, College Board, etc. 

What types of scholarships can I apply for?

• Academic/Merit: based on GPA, test scores, and/or coursework
• Athletic: based on athletic performance
• Creative: based on talent in art, music, or dance
• Community Service: based on involvement in your school or community
• Diversity: based on race, ethnicity, family heritage, religion, sexual orientation, etc.
• Need-Based: based on financial need
• Other: leadership, alumni, etc.

How do I apply?

• Research scholarships you are eligible for.
• Submit your applications; make sure to following instructions carefully!
• Complete the FAFSA and/or WASFA.

Legacy Awards -- Elks Club

• Available exclusively to children and grandchildren of dues-paying Elks members.
• Deadline: February 2nd, 2026
• Link to Information & Application

Washington State Elks Vocational Grant -- Elks Club

• Open to all graduating high school seniors who are US Citizens and who are pursuing an eligible Vocational/Technical program beyond high school.
• Deadline: February 6th, 2026
• Link to Information & Application

Women's University Club of Seattle Foundation

• The WUC Foundation awards $10,000 scholarships to young women based on character, scholarship, and community service performed independent of their school requirements.
• Deadline: February 10th, 2026
• Link to Information & Application

WA State Opportunity Scholarship: Baccalaureate Scholarship

• For graduating seniors from WA State who plan to enroll in an eligible STEM or health care major at an eligible WA State college or University.
• Deadline: February 26th, 2026
• Link to Information & Application

WA State School Retirees Association (WSSRA) Scholarship

• For graduating seniors planning to pursue a career in Education.
• Deadline: March 1st, 2026
• Link to Information & Application

Lynnwood Emblem Club

• For graduating seniors who are US Citizens, have a GPA of 2.5 or higher, and who have active participation/service in their community (this could be scouts, church, after school groups, non-profit organizations, cultural groups, fraternal organizations, etc.)
• Deadline: March 1st, 2026
• Link to Information & Application

Edmonds Rotary Scholarship

• For graduating seniors from Meadowdale, Edmonds-Woodway, and Scriber Lake High Schools planning to attend a Vocational, Technical, Associate, Apprenticeship Training Program, Community College, College or University. Application can be submitted to the Career Center.
• Deadline: March 2nd, 2026
• Link to Information & Application

American Indian Endowed Scholarship

• The American Indian Endowed Scholarship (AIES) helps students with financial need who have close social and cultural ties to an American Indian community in Washington State. Students can use the scholarship at public colleges and many independent colleges in Washington.
• Deadline: March 2nd, 2026
• Link to Information & Application

2025-26 WACCER Scholarship

• The Washington Association for Career Counseling & Employment Readiness will award scholarships to qualified graduating seniors who have demonstrated excellence in the field of Career & Technical Education (CTE) during high school. 
• Deadline: March 6th, 2026
• Link to Information & Application

2025 Ewing C Kelly Scholarship

• The Ewing C. Kelly Scholarship is designed to reward students who demonstrate good citizenship while striving to attain their academic goals.  Applicants will be judged on their academic merit, extracurricular achievements--both scholastically and in their community--and financial need. Open to graduating seniors in WA state.
• Deadline: March 7th, 2026
• Link to Information & Application

Pacific Northwest Association for College Admission Counseling Student Scholarship

• The Pacific Northwest Association for College Admission Counseling (PNACAC) annually awards one-time scholarships to students planning to attend a regionally accredited college or university. For 2026, eleven $1,500 scholarships will be awarded, with one specifically for students enrolled in a tribe.
• Currently enrolled student who is in their senior year of high school in the states of Alaska, Idaho, Montana, Oregon or Washington and plans to attend a regionally accredited college or university in the coming Fall 
• Deadline: March 15, 2026 at midnight Pacific Time.
• Link to Information & Application

Sno-King School Retirees Scholarship

• For graduating seniors from Edmonds, Northshore, or Shoreline School Districts. Selection of award winners will be based on scholarship, school activities, community service, career goal in the educational field, and may/may not include financial need.
• Deadline: March 17th, 2026
• Link to Information & Application

Foundation for Edmonds School District (ESD) Scholarships

• The Foundation for ESD is offering merit and need-based scholarships for students graduating from the Edmonds School District in 2026. These awards are for students pursuing educational programs at a university, community college or vocational-technical institution. Multiple scholarships are available!
• Deadline: March 25th, 2026
• Link to Information & Application

Norm Manly Maritime Education Scholarship

• Eager to launch your career in the maritime sector? If you are you a Washington resident graduating from high school in 2025 and going into a maritime school or training program, you are eligible to apply.
• Deadline: March 30th, 2026
• Link to Information & Application

Past Exalted Rulers Scholarship -- Lynnwood Elks Club

• Open to any student attending high school in the Edmonds & Mukilteo School Districts.
• Deadline: March 31st, 2026
• Link to Information & Application

Edmonds Lions Club Scholarship

• For graduating seniors planning to attend a Washington State accredited college, university, or technical school / trade school, full or part-time, in pursuit of a degree or certificate.
• Deadline: March 31st, 2026
• Link to Information & Application

Providence General Children's Association Scholarship

• Open to graduating seniors who have volunteered at least 75 hours in a field involving the health and/or welfare of children. Special consideration will be given to a recipient who is pursuing a degree that encompasses the health and/or welfare of children. Financial need will be considered when awarding these scholarships.
• Deadline: March 31st, 2026
• Link to Information & Application

John Helmlinger Memorial Scholarship

• For graduating seniors attending college in the fall and who plan to pursue an area of study related to / supporting facility maintenance and operations.
• Deadline: March 31st, 2026
• Link to Information & Application

Lake Washington Singers Annual Vocal Scholarship

• Open to high school students who are at least 15 years old; students are required to submit a completed 2026 Scholarship Application, as well as, a recorded audio files of applicant singing two vocal selections: America, the Beautiful (verse 1 only, A cappella) and one selection of the singer's choice (with accompaniment, required). All applicants must provide sheet music for their selected piece.
• Deadline: April 1st, 2026
• Link to Information & Application

Sno-Isle School Retirees Association Unit 22 Scholarship

• Open to graduating seniors from Snohomish Co., Camano Island, and South Whidbey Island. Students must attend a college or university in WA, and be preparing for a career in education.
• Deadline: April 14th, 2026
• Link to Information & Application

VFW Memorial Scholarship

• For graduating seniors who will be enrolling full time in an accredited vocational or technical college, or university in the fall and who have a parent and/or grandparent that are US Military Veterans.
• Deadline: April 15th, 2026
• Link to Information & Application

WA State Opportunity Scholarship: Career & Technical Scholarship

• For graduating seniors from WA State who plan to enroll in an eligible associate degree, certificate, or apprenticeship program at an eligible community or technical college.
• Deadline: April 15th, 2026
• Link to Information & Application

Sea Mar Farmworker High School Scholarships

• For graduating seniors experiencing financial hardship and who work or have worked (or) whose parent/legal guardian is or has worked as a farm worker.
• Deadline: April 15th, 2026
• Link to Information & Application

Latino/a Educational Achievement Project Scholarship

• The Latino/a Educational Achievement Project Scholarships provides financial support for students who demonstrate advocacy, accountability, perseverance, and have shown a commitment to improving their community.
• Deadline: April 15th, 2026
• Link to Information & Application

Absher Pathways Scholarship

• Available to graduating seniors who will be attending a 4-year university, and who plans to study Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, or Safety.
• Deadline: April 15th, 2026
• Link to Information & Application

 The Bev and Wes Stock Scholarship

• Scholarship for graduating high school Seniors in the State of Washington, administered by the Seattle Mariners Women’s Club (SMWC).
• This is a four year renewable scholarship opportunity for students who are planning to pursue a sports-related field of study. Areas of study can include, but are not limited to, the following:  Sports Broadcasting/Journalism, Health Sciences, Physical Education, Health and Recreation, Physical Therapy, Sports Psychology, Nutrition, Exercise/Physiology, Athletic Training, Fitness Instructor, Sports Medicine, Kinesiology, Sports Analytics, Sports Marketing, Recreation Worker, Sports Coaching, Referee/Umpire, and Medicine.
• Due April 30, 2026
• More information and the electronic application are available via theWashBoard.org

Rob Norling Memorial Scholarship

• The Rob Norling Scholarship is for graduating seniors who are currently in the following programs at Sno-Isle Tech (Auto Body, Auto Tech, Diesel Power, Advance Manufacturing, Welding, Veterinary Assisting, and Construction Trades).
• Deadline: May 1st, 2026
• Link to Information & Application

Going Merry

• Make a profile to match to multiple scholarship opportunities

• Will match you based on interests, activities and academics

• https://www.goingmerry.com/

The Washboard

• Make a profile to connect to Washington State Scholarship opportunities 

• Good opportunities for two year, four year and technical colleges

• https://washboard.wsac.wa.gov/login.aspx

U.S. Department of Labor Scholarship Finder

• Find more than 8,000 scholarships, fellowships, grants, and other financial aid award opportunities

• https://www.careeronestop.org/toolkit/training/find-scholarships.aspx

EBSCO Learning Express’ Scholarship Finder (Sno-Isle Library)

• A searchable database of more than 24,000 scholarships and other awards

• Library cards are free, and this service is available via a Sno-Isle Library account

• https://sno-isle.bibliocommons.com/user/login

Scholarship Profile Template (English / Spanish)

Scholarship Tracker

2026 Scholarship Workshop/Presentation