Seattle Promise is a partnership among Seattle Colleges, Seattle Public Schools, and the city, funded principally by the FEPP education levy that voters renewed in 2025 through June 2032. It serves students graduating from an eligible Seattle public high school; the official page says there is no minimum GPA or income cap for entry. The class graduating in 2027 must submit both its Promise application and an admission application to one of the three colleges by February 12, 2027.
The award fills the remaining tuition balance after other scholarships and public aid, for up to two years, 90 college-level credits, or a first degree, whichever comes first. It is not a full living-cost scholarship: housing, food, books, and transportation depend on other resources. Students demonstrating financial need may receive additional equity funds for education-related expenses; the amount depends on financial-aid review and is not automatic for everyone.
For the class of 2027, the family checklist also sets April 30, 2027, for filing FAFSA or WASFA; the completed financial-aid file has a later July 30 deadline. Admitted students must attend Readiness Academy and Campus Connect orientation, register on time, and maintain attendance and academic progress. Before budgeting around a specific amount, ask the Seattle College financial-aid office for a written estimate of remaining tuition, uncovered charges, and renewal terms.
Before accepting aid, verify in writing who may apply, what costs it covers, whether it renews, and how it interacts with FAFSA and other scholarships. Confirm dates in the official portal and ask the college for your remaining net cost.
Read the program profile and FAFSA guide; ask for an individual review before committing.
Seattle Promise: alcance y renovación del FEPP — Seattle Colleges.
Solicitud Seattle Promise, promoción 2027 — Seattle Colleges.
Requisitos y calendario de permanencia — Seattle Colleges.
Information checked against official pages on October 13, 2026. Dates and award availability refer to the stated cycle and may change; confirm requirements in the current application. Promise awards are last-dollar funds and may not cover housing, food, transport, or other costs; loans must be repaid.
Verify the current cycle, remaining net cost, and any renewal or repayment obligations before accepting.
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Seattle Promise
Seattle Promise is a partnership among Seattle Colleges, Seattle Public Schools, and the city, funded principally by the FEPP education levy that voters renewed in 2025 through June 2032. It serves students graduating from an eligible Seattle public high school; the official page says there is no minimum GPA or income cap for entry. The class graduating in 2027 must submit both its Promise application and an admission application to one of the three colleges by February 12, 2
Local scholarship and college-aid program
Federal Student Aid — U.S. Department of Education
The agency sets rates, eligibility, and caps; the college certifies need, cost, and the individual amount within those limits.
Public student-aid administering office
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Federal Student Aid · Accessed October 13, 2026
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Official website of Federal Student Aid — U.S. Department of Education ↗
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Federal Student Aid · Accessed October 13, 2026
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