United Way of Clallam County, in partnership with Peninsula College, is thrilled to offer the following resources to support individuals in Clallam County who are completing student financial aid applications, including but not exclusively FAFSA and WASFA.
Scroll down to see what resources are currently available:
January College Question Drop In's!
Have last minute college questions you need answered? Join one of our virtual College Question drop in's! Throughout the month of January, our Educational Attainment Specialist Kennedy, will hold sessions (almost) every Thursday. Ask about FAFSA, scholarships, college applications, what comes next, or whatever is holding you up on your journey.
Kennedy is a Port Angeles High School and University of Washington Alumni and loves helping other rural students figure out their college or career journey. All students in Clallam County are encouraged to utilize this free resource. If none of the following times work for you, please make a one-on-one appointment with Kennedy using the booking form below!
Virtual Drop In: Thursdays, January 9 | 23 | 30 from 5 - 6pm over Zoom
Please register in advance at the link below:
Book a One-On-One Meeting
Wherever you are in your financial aid journey, get personalized help from our Educational Attainment Specialist, Kennedy. Complete the form below to schedule a meeting.
FAFSA Update: College Are Being Flexible
Seniors, don’t cancel your plans! The FAFSA application process this year has been frustrating, to say the least, but colleges are being flexible and money for college or training is still available. If you haven’t submitted a financial aid application yet, don’t worry—it’s not too late! Apply as soon as you can.
Click to read the updates!
About the Educational Attainment Specialist Program
United Way of Clallam County and Peninsula College have partnered to create the position of Educational Attainment Specialist. This position was established to support folks in Clallam County who are completing student financial aid applications including the FAFSA and WASFA.
FAFSA connects students to federal and state financial aid, including the Washington College Grant. Currently, Clallam County has some of the lowest FAFSA completion scores in the state, which means our students are leaving money on the table. After identifying this low completion rate in Clallam County, the Washington State Legislature created the FAFSA Liaison position.
Through the Educational Attainment Specialist, United Way of Clallam County is offering both virtual and in-person workshops, as well as other forms of support to help families and individuals understand this complicated process. If you have any questions about completing FAFSA or WASFA, or need assistance navigating the financial aid process, please contact Kennedy at collegeaccess@unitedwayclallam.org
You do not need to attend a 4-year university in order to receive financial aid. Folks applying to 2-year or CTE programs can also be eligible!
Helpful Links
Wherever you are in your FAFSA journey, we have gathered resources that you might find useful. Click on each section below for information and links related to the FAFSA and WASFA application process:
Ready to complete your FAFSA application? Click below to be taken to the Federal Student Aid website.
A lot of documents are required to complete the FAFSA application. Save time and frustration by gathering them in advance. Click below to see the complete list of required documents.
The Washington Application for State Financial Aid (WASFA) is for people who don’t file a federal FAFSA application. People who complete a WASFA are applying for state aid. There are various reasons to complete a WASFA instead of a FAFSA. Click below to be taken to the WASFA eligibility quiz.
