Fostering Scholars at Seattle University 2025

Fostering Scholars Program at Seattle University

• The Fostering Scholars Program at Seattle University provides comprehensive support for students who are currently in foster care or have aged out of the foster care system.
• This program offers full funding for tuition, books, and other education-related expenses, along with essential resources designed to help scholars succeed academically, professionally, and personally.

Scholarship Benefits

• Fostering Scholars receive the following support:
• Full funding of tuition, books, and other approved education-related expenses.
• Waiver of all enrollment-related fees, ensuring that no additional costs come between students and their academic goals.
• Year-round on-campus housing and meal plan, making it easier to focus on studies without worrying about living expenses.
• Individualized academic and personal coaching and mentorship to guide students throughout their college journey.
• Educational programming aimed at enhancing academic, professional, and life skills.
• A supportive staff and peer community, creating a network of support for students.
• These benefits are awarded for up to four years, depending on the student's academic progress and continued eligibility.

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for the Fostering Scholars program, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Be highly motivated to attend and succeed in college.
  Be between the ages of 17–25.
• Be a current dependent youth in state, tribal, or federally recognized foster care OR have aged out of such care.
• Have completed the FAFSA and qualify as "Independent Student Status" under federal financial aid guidelines.
• Be a resident of Washington State.
• Have been offered admission to Seattle University or be awaiting admission notification for the fall quarter, either as a first-year or transfer student.

How to Apply

To apply for the Fostering Scholars program, follow these steps:

• Apply to Seattle University as a first-year or transfer student.
• Once your application has been processed, access your Seattle University Admissions Portal.
• In the Admissions Portal, you will find the Fostering Scholars application.
• Complete and submit the scholarship application.
  The priority deadline for the Fostering Scholars application is March 31 of the year you are applying for admission in the fall.
• For any questions, please email fosteringscholars@seattleu.edu or call 206-296-5310.
• Apply Today and take the first step toward an enriching and supported college experience!