Teacher Preparation Financial Aid

FAFSA/WASFA

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or the Washington Application for State Financial Aid (WASFA) is required to be considered for many of the scholarships and grants below.

WSU General Scholarship Application

Complete the WSU General Scholarship application, due January 31 each year, to automatically be considered for over 80 donor-supported scholarships in the College of Education, Sport, and Human Sciences, as well as over 700 additional WSU scholarships.

WSU Vancouver Scholarships

For Vancouver-specific scholarships, the application is due March 31 for the 2025/26 academic year.

TEACH Grant

The Teacher Education Assistance for College and Higher Education Grant Program provides federal grants of up to $4,000 per year ($16,000 cumulative maximum) to students who are completing or plan to complete course work needed to begin a career in teaching.

Washington State Educator Workforce Program (EWP)

EWP offers a Teacher Shortage Conditional Scholarship that provides financial aid to those seeking an endorsement in a shortage area. Additionally, EWP offers a Student Teaching Grant for student teachers in Title I public schools in Washington.

WSU Vancouver Student Financial Services

As a WSU Vancouver student, you have access to all the resources our financial aid office has to offer. Student Financial Services regularly hosts workshops as well as individual appointments to learn more.

Washington State Educator Workforce Program (EWP)

EWP offers a Teacher Shortage Conditional Scholarship that provides financial aid to those seeking an endorsement in a shortage area. Additionally, EWP offers a Student Teaching Grant for student teachers in Title I public schools in Washington.

Learn more about our teacher preparation programs—contact Academic Coordinator at van.education@wsu.edu or 360-546-9673.