For child care center staff, Washington Scholarships pays:

• 75% of the cost of tuition and books
• 15% of the cost of tuition and books is covered by center
• $50 travel stipend per enrolled quarter
• Reimbursement to the center for up to three hours of release time a week

For family child care providers and assistants, Washington Scholarships pays:

• 90% of the cost for tuition and books
• $50 travel stipend per enrolled quarter
• Reimbursement to the provider for up to three hours of release time a week

The provider is awarded a $200 to $300 bonus each year from Washington Scholarships, as well as a bonus or raise from their employer (if a center employee), upon completion of the required coursework.

Learn more about eligibility requirements

Click here for an online scholarship application

Deadlines:

Applications will be accepted year around, although scholarships will be awarded on a  quarterly basis. 

Application deadlines are as follows:

Winter  -----  December 15

Spring  ----------  March 15

Summer  ----------  June 15

Fall  --------  September 15