Scholarships

College Success Foundation manages and administers a variety of scholarships to help students overcome financial barriers to attend college.

We built our scholarship program for student success. Our model grants significant tuition assistance for students, provides college-advising support to ensure academic success, and includes special funds to help cover unforeseen costs or emergencies.

Use the filters below to learn more about scholarships for students in Washington state, the District of Columbia, and beyond.

We also help students and their families navigate the financial aid process each step of the way. Visit our financial aid hub for resources, tips and support.

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BECU Foundation Scholarship
(National)

The BECU Foundation Scholarship brings to life BECU’s core principle of people helping people. Every year, this scholarship provides us the opportunity to recognize and honor members who devote their time helping others while also pursuing post-secondary education.

College Bound Commitment
(Washington State)

Combined with other state and financial aid, this scholarship provides financial aid to low-income students who may not consider college a possibility due to the cost. It covers tuition, some fees, and a small book allowance.

Costco Employee Scholarship
(National)

This scholarship is open to all permanent part-time and full-time Costco employees in the U.S. who meet the criteria and are enrolled or planning to enroll in an accredited U.S. college or university.

Costco Scholarship Fund: UW & Seattle U
(Washington State)

This scholarship for underrepresented students of color who wish to attend University of Washington or Seattle University brings the business community and individuals together at an annual fundraising breakfast.

DC Leadership 1000 Scholarship
(District of Columbia)

This four-year scholarship is designed to fill in the financial gaps for low-income students attending eligible high schools in Washington, D.C. who are planning to enroll in college.

Empowering Equality Scholarship
(National)

CSF’s new Empowering Equality Scholarship directly challenges the Supreme Court’s decision to overturn race-conscious college admissions policies, by offering financial aid and steadfast support to historically marginalized students. This four-year scholarship will be open to Washington state and Washington D.C. students.

Governors’ Scholarship for Foster Youth
(Washington State)

This scholarship helps young people from foster care continue their education and earn a college degree. It is supported by Gov. Jay Inslee, The Honorable Chris Gregoire (former governor), The Honorable Gary Locke (former governor), and other former governors in Washington state.

Leadership 1000 Scholarship
(Washington State)

High school seniors attending eligible high schools and who are planning to enroll in a Washington state college or university can apply for this scholarship. Scholars receive career and financial aid guidance as well as networking opportunities with CSF Alumni and scholarship donors.

Martin Luther King Jr. Scholarship
(Washington State)

This scholarship is for students attending eligible Seattle high schools who show financial need and academic promise, have overcome obstacles, and who contribute to their community. The scholarship is limited to students from ethnic or racial groups that are underrepresented in higher education.

Passport to College Scholarship
(Washington State)

Created by the state of Washington, the Passport to Careers Program helps young people who have experienced foster care and unaccompanied homeless youth prepare for and succeed in college. Passport-eligible students can receive financial aid that will help pay tuition and living expenses for up to five years of college.