Scholarships, apprenticeships and free or low-cost training, starting in New England and adding states one by one, with a source link and last-checked date on every listing.
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Washington: scholarships, apprenticeships and free training
Free college, apprenticeship doors, free training and scholarships for Washington residents. 3 listings, each with its source and last-verified date (Oct 17, 2026). Types here: Apprenticeship, Funding help.
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WSAC says eligible apprentices can receive grant money to help cover costs of an approved apprenticeship program. As stated, to qualify you must work in a participating WG-A program, have a high school diploma or equivalent, be a Washington resident, meet family income and need requirements, not have a bachelor's degree or higher, not owe repayment on any state aid and have quarters of eligibility remaining. For 2026-27 WSAC lists a maximum award of $2,548 and says a family of four making up to $139,500 can qualify; awards depend on median family income and may be prorated. Not every program of a sponsor is approved, so check your sponsor. WSAC does not place or hire apprentices.
Who it is for (as stated)
Washington residents in participating registered apprenticeship programs who meet income and need rules.
Cost or award (as stated)
Grant; does not need to be repaid if requirements are met (as stated)
Deadline or timing
2026-27 application opened July 1, 2026; check WSAC for current dates.
Source:https://wsac.wa.gov/wcg-apprentices Last verified: . Official WSAC page read directly on the retrieval date. Confirm with the provider before applying.
L&I says anyone can pursue an apprenticeship and that starting is similar to applying for a job: choose a program, apply, interview and possibly take an aptitude test, then get selected. Generally you must be able to do the work (with or without reasonable accommodation) and provide proof of age, a high school diploma or equivalent and other documents. Its Apprenticeship Registration & Tracking System (ARTS) lists all registered programs, searchable by county and occupation, with links to program standards and websites. L&I states it is neither a staffing agency nor a career counseling business. Union and non-union programs both exist, and cost depends on the program. Apprenticeship preparation programs can help you get ready.
Who it is for (as stated)
Each program sets its own requirements (typically age proof and diploma or equivalent, as stated).
Cost or award (as stated)
Depends on the program (as stated)
Deadline or timing
Each program sets its own dates.
Note: Washington appears on Apprenticeship.gov's list of State Apprenticeship Agency states.
ESD says WorkSource is a partnership of state and local organizations with full-service centers around the state, and that WorkSource services are free. Staff can assess your skills, refer you to jobs, help with resumes and applications, point you to free workshops, help you create an account on the WorkSource website and help you research labor market information. ESD also lists programs that pay unemployment benefits while in job training (Commissioner-Approved Training, Training Benefits and Self-Employment Assistance). Use the WorkSource locator to find a center near you.