Financial Assistance

Many of the financial assistance options below are available for WATR Center (Aerospace program) students, but some may be applicable to AMSC programs as well. Most programs are self-support so they do not qualify for the payment program allowed via Edmonds College campus-credited classes. Classes are ineligible for FAFSA as well. There are no refunds after the first day of class.

Students specifically entering the 8+ week AMSC Construction Pre-Apprenticeship program will have their cost/fees covered by our generous sponsors and partners.

Please contact us at AMSC@edmonds.edu or call the front desk at 425.347.8928 to find out which financial aid programs may be available to you.

WorkSource Resources - Workforce Investment and Opportunity Act

WIOA Adult (Low Income)  Individuals receiving Food Assistance or TANF, can apply for WIOA  through the WorkSource.  If you are not receiving benefits, but are in a low income situation, you may still qualify.
 
WIOA Dislocated Worker - Individuals who are presently receiving Unemployment Benefits might be eligible to apply for WIOA dislocated funding.  The referral process is as follows:
 
To determine eligibility for either of the WIOA programs, an online or in-person orientation is required. To learn more, or register, please complete the WIOA Orientation form. Special accommodations can be made on a case-by-case basis if you are unable to attend. 
 
For questions or inquires, please contact generalinfo@snococareers.com or (425) 372-7205.

Basic Food Employment Training (BFET) at Edmonds College

Students who are receiving Food Stamps can find out if they qualify for educational funding by emailing bfet@edmonds.edu. Or, fill out the application below to check your eligibility and the availability of funding. Please visit the BPET tuition assistance webpage for more information.

1. Fill out and submit Application for BFET
2. Fill out and submit BFET Release Clause

Veterans Benefits

For students who are using the GI Bill®*, contact Edmonds College Veteran’s Resource Center at 425.640.1502 for verification and enrollment.

*GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S. government Web site at www.benefits.va.gov/gibill

GET Program

The GET Program is Washington's 529 prepaid college tuition plan that helps families with young children save for future higher education expenses. The State of Washington guarantees that the value of your account will keep pace with the cost of college tuition, no matter how much it increases in the future (even if it doubles or triples). The earlier you start saving, the greater the opportunity for increased value of your GET account.

The Aerospace Loan Program (ALP)

On hiatus -- No remaining funds for this year

The Aerospace Loan Program (ALP) provides low-interest loans to Washington students who have been accepted into the Washington Aerospace Training and Research Center Program but have demonstrated inability to pay the full cost of attending the program.

Students can receive up to $10,900 for 20 weeks of training to enhance their existing job skills or earn certificates of completion in various aerospace production fields. The Washington Aerospace Training and Research Center was created to help meet the demand for skilled aerospace workers in Washington. After completion of the program, ALP recipients have a 6 month grace period before their first payment is due and up to four years to repay their loans.

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Private & Personal Loans

Students can choose to finance their training through private or personal loans offered by banks, credit unions, or online lenders. These loans must be repaid, often with interest.

• Interest rates, fees, repayment terms, and eligibility requirements vary significantly by lender.
• Approval may depend on credit history, income, or the availability of a co-signer.
• The AMSC/WATR Center does not endorse or recommend any particular loan program.

Private Scholarships

While we are not affiliated with them, there are private scholarships and loans as well. One such program is Work Ethics Scholarship offered through Mike Rowe Works Foundation. This scholarship is designated for programs that offer an alternative to traditional academic degrees. To apply, visit Mike Rowe Works Scholarship.

Other private organizations such as the Rotary Club have also funded students taking WATR Center programs.  Check with your school administrator to see what might be available.