Colleges and Careers
Nathan Hale High School College and Careers
Greetings from your career department! By this time, our hope is that juniors, seniors and their families know what to expect and plan for regarding post high school.
College Possible is a program for 11th and 12th graders at Nathan Hale High School. CP believes all students, regardless of their background, can achieve a college degree. For many, joining CP sparks a new conversation about their future – a future in where graduating from college becomes a reality.
Find out more about College Possible
12th Grade: Caleb Tizon (he/him) ctizon@CollegePossible.org
11th Grade: Rachel Johnson (she/her) rjohnson2@CollegePossible.org
To best assist you, please complete their application
During Remote Learning while the building is closed, the best way to reach CP staff is by email.
Seattle Promise Scholarship. Apply for up to two years (or 90 credits) of free college tuition plus support services to help with the transition from high school through college. All Seattle Public School high school graduates are eligible regardless of their grade point average (GPA), family income, test scores or country of birth.
The program consists of a four-step application process in addition to attending two college success events before classes begin in Fall 2021. To remain eligible, scholars register full-time for a minimum of 12 credits, maintain satisfactory academic progress, and meet quarterly with Seattle Promise staff to check-in.
Learn more about the program and what to expect on the Seattle Promise website.
Apply now. There are several applications to complete and submit as part of the scholarship process. We encourage families to start early. The application deadline is Monday, February 1, 2021.
Please feel reach to contact your Seattle Promise Outreach Specialist if you have any questions (contact information provided below).
Francisco Ramos
Seattle Promise Outreach Specialist for Nathan Hale High School
Seattle Colleges
206-934-4722 | Francisco.Ramos@seattlecolleges.edu
In light of the executive order to contain the novel corona virus, Outreach and Retention specialists are available to support remotely. Program dates and deadlines are proceeding as posted.
Apprenticeships, Become an Apprentice
Teen Workers
(Hours of work, wages, breaks, youth job safety resources)
PSAT/SAT/AP – Collegeboard
Financial Aid
What is College Financial Aid?
FAFSA – Free application for federal student aid (FAFSA)
WASFA – Eligibility for several Washington State financial aid programs has expanded to include students who are ineligible for federal financial aid due to immigration status. Students who meet individual programs, income, or residency requirements for the State Need Grant, the College bound Scholarship, State Work Study, or Passport Scholarship should complete the free WASFA (Washington Application for State Financial Aid) to apply for state financial aid.
Washington Business Week
(Connects teens to learning more about local businesses)
Making Connections – U of W Women’s Center
(Program supporting underrepresented and first generation students through the college admissions process, offering workshops, mentoring, college visits etc.)
Team Read
(Mentoring program that helps struggling readers)
DO-IT – Disabilities, Opportunities, Internet working and Technology
(DO-IT serves to increase the participation of individuals with disabilities in challenging academic programs and careers)
King County Washington’s Youth Program Directory – http://youthprogramdirectory.org/
The most comprehensive way to find engaging programs that support and enrich the lives of young people ages 5-young adult.
SPS Scholarship Bulletin – updated monthly
Students: An additional scholarship list can be found through Naviance. Log into your Naviance account and click on the Scholarship tab.
Scholarship Search Sites
Note: Nathan Hale is not affiliated with these organizations and does not endorse any specific sites. This is for information only.
There are many scholarship websites and search engines. You can use College Board, FastWeb, or any others that you find helpful. Always be aware how/if your data is being used.
Here is a list of commonly used sites:
https://www.scholarshipjunkies.org/ – Developed by a UW student. Provides free support for finding and applying to scholarships as well as college application essay help.
Seattle Foundation – Local organization that prioritizes supporting youth to reach their highest potential and increase access to higher education for students pursuing a variety of education paths, whether it be universities, community colleges or technical schools. Access scholarships (beginning November 16, 2020) through Washboard.org, search for Seattle Foundation. Application deadlines for Seattle Foundation deadlines May 31, 2021.
www.thewashboard.org – Scholarship search engine specifically for Washignton State students.
http://www.wiche.edu/wue – Western Undergraduate Exchange program – site provides information about the reduced tuition opportunities at participating state schools in the Western region – can reduce the cost of out-of-state tuition at participating public universities.
College Board has partnered with 26 scholarship providers for students across all major demographics with awards – ranging from $2,000 to full-tuition scholarships. www.psat.org/scholarships
There is also a notebook in the Counseling Office with additional scholarship information.
Registration – *Legally required for males, 18-25 years