If you think a hands-on career seems out of reach, think again! The Kansas Promise Scholarship Act was passed by the Kansas Legislature and signed by Governor Laura Kelly on April 23, 2021, at Washburn Tech. This $10 million program provides scholarships to post-secondary students enrolled in specific career programs. In simple terms, certain Washburn Tech programs are available to you at no cost. This program also is called the "Last Dollar" Scholarship. When other grants and scholarships do not fully pay your tuition, fees, books and materials, the Kansas Scholarship Act will cover the costs. To be eligible, you must meet certain qualifications and follow the application process. Your time is now!
Beginning with new applications submitted after May 26, 2022, students who are eligible for this scholarship must meet the following criteria:
*Students who first applied for and entered a Promise Scholarship Agreement for Summer 2021, Fall 2021 or Spring 2022 shall continue to be eligible to renew that scholarship in accordance with the terms of their existing agreement.
Students applying for the Kansas Promise Scholarship should follow these steps:
Complete the free application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) using Washburn Tech's Federal School Code 010689; and
Maintain satisfactory academic progress in the courses and successfully complete the Promise-eligible program for which you received the Kansas Promise Scholarship within 36 months from your first Promise Act class start.
If your program of study continues beyond one year, you will need to complete a Kansas Promise Service Scholarship Renewal Application to continue to be eligible for funding.
Washburn Tech offers the following 20+ career programs that are eligible for Kansas Promise Scholarships. These programs are subject to change at the discretion of the Kansas Board of Regents (KBOR). Further eligibility requirements may apply to transfer programs. Please contact Washburn Tech's Financial Aid office for assistance.
