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    Students: Has GEAR UP had a positive impact on your life? Then enter the GEAR UP Essay Contest! 
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At GEAR UP, we believe that with right tools and support, all students in Washington state can go to college. This website offers a range of resources, from tips and advice to easy access to forms, worksheets and guides. Get started now and find what you need to plan, apply and pay for college.

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What you can expect to make without higher education.
In 2005, the median income of a high school graduate or GED recipient was $24,435. That’s $16,699 less than they would have earned with a bachelor’s degree.

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