College Scholarship & Success Program Application

Fields with an * are required.

Thank you for your interest in Seattle Promise.

If you are graduating in 2026 from a Seattle Public School, Summit Public School (Atlas or Sierra), or Rainier Valley Leadership Academy, you’re eligible to apply.

Please fill out this form yourself — it should be completed by the student, not a parent or guardian.

This is just the first step.
To stay eligible for Seattle Promise, you’ll also need to:

Apply to one of the Seattle Colleges (North, Central, or South)
Submit your FAFSA or WASFA (for financial aid)
Attend a few required events (check the Seattle Promise website for details)

Missing any of these steps may affect your eligibility. If you have questions at any time, reach out to your high school’s Seattle Promise Outreach Specialist or email us at promise@seattlecolleges.edu.

Fall 2025/Winter 2026	APPLY	Promise Application - February 13, 2026 Admissions Application - February 13, 2026 FAFSA/WAFSA - April 30, 2026 Complete Financial Aid File - July 31, 2026
Spring/Summer 2026	PREPARE	Readiness Academy - May - June 2026 Campus Connect - August-September 2026
Fall 2026	START	Begin classes as a full-time college student (12 credits) - September 2026

Application Instructions

Application Tips – Read Before You Start

Use an email you check often. We'll send all important reminders to this email — make sure it’s one you actually use.
Use the same email for everything. That includes this application, your Seattle College application, FAFSA/WASFA, placement, and event sign-ups. Keeping it consistent helps keep everything connected.
Double-check your info. A small mistake in your name or email could mean missing out on important updates.
Keep your info safe and organized. Save your logins, passwords, and security questions in one place you can easily find later.
Need help? Just ask. Your Seattle Promise Outreach Specialist is here for you, by email, text, Zoom, or phone.

Personal email address *

Email confirmation *

Student Contact Information

We ask for contact information so we can keep you up-to-date with Seattle Promise requirements. Fields marked with an * are required.

Student First Name *

Student Middle Initial

Student Last Name *

Student Preferred First Name *

Address Line 1 *

Address Line 2 (Apartment Number, Unit Number, etc.)

City *

State/Province *

Zip code *

Mobile Phone *

Backup phone

Check if we have permission to text you.

Parent/Guardian Information

By listing your parent/guardian’s contact information, you give Seattle Promise permission to share your Seattle Promise progress with them. This includes general program information like dates and deadlines and specific information like your individual standing with the Seattle Promise program. If you do not include contact information for your parent/guardian/adult support person, they can only receive Directory Information, per FERPA guidelines.

Parent or Guardian First Name

Parent or Guardian Last Name

Parent or Guardian Email Address

Parent or Guardian Phone Number

Check if your parent is willing to receive texts

Select this box if you would like to add another parent or guardian

Parent or Guardian First Name

Parent or Guardian Last Name

Parent or Guardian Email Address

Parent or Guardian Phone Number

If you have more than two adults that you would like to receive communications regarding Seattle Promise, please email promise@seattlecolleges.edu with additional contact information, and we'll make sure they receive parent or guardian communications.

Student Background Information

These questions help us understand how we can meet your needs. Your responses are optional and do not impact the status of your application, but your answers help us best support you with Seattle Promise.

Birthday *

Race *

Gender *

Pronouns

What language do you speak at home? (Select all that apply)

Did at least one of your parent/s or guardian/s receive a Bachelor's degree or higher from the United States? *

Are you current or former foster youth? *

Do you have stable housing? (If you aren’t sure, do you live where you get your mail?) *

Would you like more information about accessing disability resources at Seattle Colleges? *

Would you like more information about courses for Multilingual Learners (ML)?

What kind of support would help you feel most confident about starting college? (select all that apply)

Understanding how to choose and register for classes

Finding my way around campus and using student services

Balancing school with work, family, or other responsibilities

Meeting new people and building a support system

Staying motivated and managing stress

Knowing what to expect academically (classes, homework, etc.)

I feel confident and prepared — just excited to get started!

Other:

High School Information

Please tell us about your current high school and experience.

Current High School *

Other:

If your high school is not listed, please list your high school and any information about why you may qualify for Promise (e.g., you plan to transfer to an eligible high school and graduate this year). If you're unsure about your eligibility or your situation is unique, please still submit this form and contact us directly at promise@seattlecolleges.edu.

Please enter your 6 or 7-digit high school ID number.

College Information and Goals

At our Readiness Academy event this Spring, we will suggest courses based on your career goal. It is perfectly natural not to know right now, but please tell us the types of job areas or careers you may want to explore in college. Please list any programs that you know you are interested in enrolling in (e.g., Maritime or Automotive). Explore our programs here.

Programs *

What area of study are you most interested in?

Arts, Design, and Graphics

Business and Accounting

Culinary, Hospitality and Wine

Education and Human Services

Health and Medical

Science, Technology, Engineering and Math

Skilled Trades and Technical Training

Social Sciences, Humanities and Language

Some programs require additional steps for enrollment. Please check if you are planning to enroll in any of the following programs:

Automotive programs

Creative Academy programs

Maritime programs

Which Seattle College are you interested in attending? *

Would you like to take classes to transfer to a four year university? *

Do you plan to train for work in a specific professional or technical career? *

What are your academic and career goals? *

Financial Aid

You must submit your FAFSA or WASFA to your Seattle College by April 30, 2026. Complete this as soon as you can so you can be eligible for the maximum amount of financial aid.

Equity Scholarship

Seattle Promise is able to provide some students with additional funds beyond tuition support based on eligibility as determined by the FAFSA/WASFA and the City of Seattle. Submitting this Seattle Promise Application indicates that you have read and agree to the following Equity Scholarship criteria. These criteria apply to any Equity Scholarship funds you may receive for the academic year.

I understand that Equity Scholarship funds are provided to assist in meeting school-related expenses ONLY.
I understand that I may be required to repay any Equity Scholarship funds I receive if I withdraw from classes prior to published census dates for each quarter.
I understand that I may be required to repay any Equity Scholarship funds I receive if the funds are used for purposes other than approved school-related expenses.

I agree to the criteria above

Your Information and How We Use It

Seattle Promise wants to support you in the best way possible. Sometimes, we need to share a small amount of your information with trusted partners to help you get benefits like free transportation, scholarships, or job opportunities. You can choose what you're okay with.

Please check all that you're okay with:

Support Services (ORCA Card, Scholarships, Internships)

I give permission to share my name, month and year of birth, preferred email, college, enrollment, and Seattle Promise status with partners like Seattle Department of Transportation (for an ORCA card), Seattle Youth Employment Program (for internships), and colleges/universities (for transfer and scholarship help) where I might directly benefit.

Help from High School Staff, Community Supporters, and 4-year Transfer Colleges

By giving us permission, we can share my name, month and year of birth, high school, Seattle Promise status, academic program, enrollment status, credits earned, and information provided on your Seattle Promise application with my high school, community-based supporters, or transfer partners. This helps them guide me through steps like applying for college, taking placement tests, finishing financial aid, attending Seattle Promise events, registering for classes, and transferring to a 4-year college to earn my bachelor’s degree.

Reporting Progress to High Schools

I give permission for Seattle Promise to report to my high school about how I’m doing in college including my name, high school, academic program, enrollment status, how many credits I’ve taken, and when I earn a credential. This allows them to improve support for future students including earning college credit for high school classes.

No Information Sharing:

I do not give permission for Seattle Colleges to share any of my student-protected information through the Seattle Promise program. I understand that I will not receive an ORCA card, internships, and scholarships at 4-year transfer institutions through Seattle Promise partnerships.

Seattle Promise Information

Did the Seattle Promise scholarship influence your decision to apply for college in general? *

I understand that I also need to complete the Seattle Colleges admissions application by February 13 to be eligible for Seattle Promise *