The Passport to Careers program helps former foster youth and unaccompanied homeless youth prepare for and succeed in college, apprenticeships, or pre-apprenticeship programs.
Through Passport to Careers, eligible students receive a scholarship of $2,800 for the academic year to assist with the cost of attending college (tuition, fees, books, housing, transportation, and some personal expenses) and support services from college staff
For more information about Passport apprenticeship opportunities, visit Passport to Careers Guide: About Passport to Careers or reach out to Ariana Muro at amuro@lowercolumbia.edu.
Eligibility
If you meet these requirements, please make an appointment with Ariana Muro.
amuro@lowercolumbia.edu
(360) 442-2332
Make a direct appointment through my appointment link: lowercolumbia.edu/amuro
Were you a dependent of the State of Washington and in foster care on your 18th birthday?
To meet eligibility requirements for a former foster youth, Passport students must:
- Spend at least one year in foster care in Washington state after your 13th birthday.
- Be a resident of Washington State.
- Enroll at least half-time in an eligible college by the age of 22.
- Not already have a bachelor's degree.
- Not be pursuing a degree in theology.
Are you considered an unaccompanied homeless youth? A young adult who is experiencing homelessness and is not legally dependent on a parent or guardian.
To meet eligibility requirements for an unaccompanied homeless youth, Passport students must:
- Have experienced unaccompanied homelessness on or after July in the year prior to their postsecondary enrollment (after high school).
- Be a resident of Washington State.
- Enroll at least half-time in an eligible college by the age of 22.
- Not already have a bachelor's degree.
- Not be pursuing a degree in theology.
Additional funding and services you may qualify for:
You can apply for Passport to Careers along with any other Workforce Education program using the Universal Application procedure below:
See also
- Career & Employment Services - career exploration, job search assistance, and more.
- Counseling Services - educational or personal counseling available.
- TRiO Program - transfer support for students who qualify.
Already enrolled in Passport to Careers?
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