Seattle Promise
Seattle Promise at Ingraham High School
- 2 years of Free Tuition at any of the three Seattle College locations (North, Central, South)
- Support to succeed with your Associates Degree and beyond!
- No GPA, income, ability, or country of birth requirement
- Read more about Seattle Promise
2024-2025 Promise Milestones
Key Enrollment Milestones and Support for Seniors
With a new class of seniors embarking on their final high school year, it’s important that we continue to ensure they are informed and supported through the Seattle Promise enrollment process. Here’s a reminder of some key dates to share with your students.
Seattle Promise Milestones:
- Complete a Seattle Promise Application: Due February 14, 2025
- Complete admissions application to a Seattle College (North, Central, South): Due February 14, 2025 (Application opens Oct 1st, 2024)
- Complete the 2025-26 FAFSA or WASFA: Due April 30th, 2025
- Attend Readiness Academy: Spring 2025
- Deadline to submit required financial aid documents: July 31st, 2025
- Attend Summer Bridge: August/Sept 2025
May Saetern, Ingraham’s Seattle Promise Outreach Specialist is available to help students complete applications, provide financial aid support, and answer any questions about college readiness.
As information is updated throughout the year you can find reminders and updates on the Seattle Promise website.
Financial Aid Update
The FAFSA Application is Open With the FAFSA open, and the WASFA set to open soon, we’re here to support your school’s efforts in helping students complete the 2025-26 FAFSA or WASFA. Below are a set of resources and materials to guide students through the financial aid process, which we hope are supportive of your school’s Financial Aid Efforts. The Seattle Promise deadline to complete the FAFSA or WASFA is April 30th, 2025. Information on applications workshops can be found in the “Workshops and Resources” section below
Virtual Interpreted FAFSA/WASFA Workshops
Join one of the virtual workshops below to learn how to complete the 2025 – 2026 FAFSA or WASFA applications! Completing the FAFSA or WASFA is an important step for high school seniors to receive financial aid for college. This is open to SPS seniors in the class of 2025 and their parents/guardians. No prior sign-ups are required to attend.
Workshop Schedule
| Date | Time | Languages |
|---|---|---|
| Tuesday, March 18, 2025 | 5 to 6:30 p.m. | Spanish and English |
| Wednesday, March 19, 2025 | 5 to 6:30 p.m. | Vietnamese and English |
| Thursday, March 20, 2025 | 5 to 6:30 p.m. | Somali and English |
| Tuesday, March 25, 2025 | 5 to 6:30 p.m. | Cantonese and English |
| Wednesday, March 26, 2025 | 5 to 6:30 p.m. | Tigrinya and English |
| Thursday, March 27, 2025 | 5 to 6:30 p.m. | Amharic and English |
Join the Workshop via Zoom
Zoom Link for all the dates above: https://zoom.us/j/92041086565?pwd=95FitBzF06btBckj4ZkLZJriJDRQSv.1
Or scan the code to join:
Or join by phone: Call 206-337-9723, enter meeting ID: 920 4108 6565 and password: 433869.
Important Note
All Seattle Promise applicants need to submit a 2025 – 2026 FAFSA or WASFA application by April 30, 2025, to remain eligible for the scholarship program.
Questions?
- Email us at promise@seattlecolleges.edu
- Reach out to your High School’s Outreach Specialist: May at mnsaetern@seattleschools.org or 206-661-5207
- Additional workshop information: https://www.seattlecolleges.edu/promise/apply/fafsa-wasfa-workshops
- These workshops are sponsored by Seattle Promise: https://www.seattlecolleges.edu/promise/about
Discover Seattle Colleges- North | South | Central
Online Events
March 3-6 | 4-5:15 p.m.
Explore our programs and career pathways in 8 areas of study. Hear from instructors, and learn about your opportunities.
- Mon., March 3: Health and Medical | Education and Human Services
- Tues., March 4: Business and Accounting | Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math
- Wed., March 5: Skilled Trades & Apprenticeships
- Thurs., March 6: Arts, Design, and Graphics | Culinary, Hospitality, and Wine | Social Sciences, Humanities, and Language
Open Houses
March 10-13 | 3:30-6:30 p.m.
Come to an open house. Take a campus tour. Learn more about admissions and financial aid. Talk to an advisor about your goals. We’re here to help.
- Mon., March 10: Health Education Center
- Tues., March 11: South Seattle College
- Wed., March 12: Seattle Central College | Georgetown Apprenticeship & Education Center
- Thurs., March 13: North Seattle College
SIGN UP NOW seattlecolleges.edu/discov
Readiness Academy Updates
We’re excited to share updates about this year’s Readiness Academy, a key milestone for students enrolling in the Seattle Promise Program. Based on feedback from last year’s sessions, we are implementing a new structure to enhance the student experience and support learning outcomes. If you have any questions regarding this year’s Readiness Academy, please do not hesitate to reach out to, Christian Granlund, christian.granlund@seattlecolleges.edu the Seattle Promise Director of Outreach.
Save the Date: Readiness Academy sessions will take place from May 19th to June 5th, with make-up and virtual sessions to follow shortly after.
Important Details: Sessions will run Monday to Thurs during the school day, concurrently across all Seattle College campuses Event capacity will be approximately 25-40 students Students will be assigned specific dates
What’s Changing: Smaller, More Frequent Session Options:
What: Instead of large-scale events, we’ll hold shorter, more frequent sessions, concurrently across all three campuses (North, Central, and South). Like last year, we do intend to assign students to specific sessions by school, or by student type (Running Start, ESL, Etc.)
Why: Reducing the size of sessions also reduces the logistical barriers that come with large scale events and allows us to focus our efforts on achieving Readiness Academy goals and outcomes. Smaller sessions also allow for greater flexibility in adapting sessions to meet the needs of specific student types such as Running Start, ESL or other student types.
Potential Impacts on you/your students: Students will have more flexible options to attend a Readiness Academy at their preferred college. The program agenda will have more time for students to engage with their Outreach and Retention Specialists. Your senior class will likely attend sessions across multiple days rather than one day for a single large event.
Independent Transportation:
What: Unfortunately, we will be unable to provide busing for this year’s Readiness Academy. Students will be required to transport themselves to sessions. We are currently exploring options to provide limited busing support for select sessions or specific needs. We look forward to sharing updates as Readiness Academy approaches. Additionally, we will provide information and guidance for students to help them navigate transportation.
Why: With 36 sessions planned across three campuses, the logistics and funding required for busing have presented significant challenges. By shifting to self-managed transportation, we can focus on delivering high-quality sessions for all students.
Potential Impacts on you/your students: Rather than managing coordination for field trips, we will be asking for your support in facilitating excused absences for students and their Readiness Academy visit Students will need to plan their own transportation. To assist, we will provide detailed guidance on routes, schedules, and tips for navigating to their assigned campus in advance of their sessions.
Offering Pre-Readiness Academy Prep Workshops in the High School What: We plan to pilot optional enrollment workshops at high schools to help students prepare for Readiness Academy.
Why: These workshops aim to provide tailored support to students who need it most, ensuring they are well-prepared to fully engage in Readiness Academy.
Potential Impacts on you/your students: Students will be better equipped to focus on registering for classes and exploring campuses and programs during Readiness Academy. We are seeking your partnership and collaboration to determine the best approach to implement an enrollment support event at your school, that best meets the needs of your students. We expect this will vary school to school.
Workshops and Resources
Seattle Promise Workshops: More details about Seattle Promise Workshops
- In-person Running Start Application Workshop: January 22nd, 12pm to 1pm.
- North Seattle College – IB308
- Seattle Central College – BE 3168
- South Seattle College – CAH117
- Virtual Running Start Application Workshop: January 29th, 3pm to 4pm
- Virtual Application Workshops
- February 10th, 2025: 5:00 to 6:30pm
- February 11th, 2025: 5:00 to 6:30pm
- February 12th, 2025: 5:00 to 6:30pm
- February 13th, 2025: 5:00 to 6:30pm
- February 14th, 2025: 5:00 to 6:30pm
Financial Aid Resources:
- 2025-26 FAFSA Prototype (FSA)
- All Things FSA ID (FSA)
- Who is my parent contributor? (FSA)
- FAFSA Checklist (UAspire)
- How to Complete the FAFSA (Get Schooled)
- Determine WASFA Eligibility (WSAC)
- 12th Year Campaign Events/Webinars (WSAC)
Parental Leave Update from the Director of Outreach
I wanted to share an update regarding my upcoming parental leave. I am planning to be out of the office, generally from January to February and May to August.
During these periods, our Outreach team remains available to support you and your students. For immediate questions or assistance, please connect with your school’s assigned Outreach Specialist. For additional support, you can also reach out to: