Posted June 3, 2008

The Washington Higher Education Coordinating Board has extended the deadlines for submitting applications to the state's College Bound Scholarship Program.  The new deadline is June 30, 2008.  In addition, this year’s 8th graders (2007/2008) have a one-time exception only and may sign up through their 9th grade year (June 30, 2009).

These four-year scholarships are offered to 7th and 8th grade students from families eligible for free or reduced-priced lunches, and foster youth. Their family income must remain at 65 percent or less of the state’s median income by the time of high school graduation to permit an award.

Students must sign a pledge in 7th or 8th grade promising to graduate from high school and to demonstrate good citizenship. The scholarships cover the cost of college tuition, fees and books.

To find out more, e-mail collegebound@hecb.wa.gov or call toll-free 888/535-0747. Online applications are available at www.hecb.wa.gov/collegebound.

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