Phase one of the scholarship rollout will be available for select seniors graduating from fourteen local high schools, along with senior students residing at Catholic Charities of Eastern Washington properties. Scholarship funds are available for students whose annual household income is at or below 150% of Washington State median family income levels.

Students from the following high schools will become eligible for the scholarship by participating in the Mpower Mentoring Program:

• • Medical Lake HS
  • East Valley HS
  • Riverside HS
  • North Central HS
  • Shadle Park HS
  • Liberty HS
  • Lakeside HS
  • University HS
  • Mt. Spokane
  • West Valley HS
  • Central Valley HS
  • Deer Park HS
  • Cheney HS

In addition, select students participating in mentorship programs at Ferris, Rogers, Pomeroy, Dayton, and Lumen high schools will have an opportunity to apply.

The LaunchNW scholarship will help fill the gap between existing financial aid and the cost of attendance at regional post-high school education programs, including two- and four-year degree programs, technical training, and registered apprenticeships.

For families making up to $85,000 yearly, this scholarship may be used for funding beyond tuition costs. For families making above $85,000 yearly, this scholarship may only be used for tuition costs.

The LaunchNW scholarship can only be used at one of our listed partner universities:

• Eastern Washington University
• Washington State University
• Gonzaga University
• Whitworth University
• Spokane Community College*
• Spokane Falls Community College*
• Walla Walla University
• Whitman College
• Lewis Clark State College (for Dayton and Pomeroy students only)

*Registered apprenticeship programs and technical training programs must be taken through the Community Colleges of Spokane.

Scholarship awards will vary by a student’s family income and financial need.

For families making up to $85,000 yearly, the maximum award for phase one of the scholarship will be $2500 yearly for four academic years to be used towards costs of attendance.

For families making $85,000 –150% of Washington State median family income levels yearly, the maximum award for phase one of the scholarship will be $2,500 yearly for four academic years to be used only for tuition.

*Actual award amounts are determined using information from the student’s FAFSA Submission Summary and financial aid package offered by their college or university.

Yes. Students will be required to complete a FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) or WASFA (Washington Application for State Financial Aid) to apply for the LaunchNW scholarship.

The FAFSA or WASFA unlock financial aid (grants, work-study, loans and more) that help you reach your post-high school education goals. Learn more and hear from local students how FAFSA Opens Doors.