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Welcome Educators

Welcome to GEAR UP Washington State! We support educators like you in helping students succeed, discover new opportunities, and create better futures.

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Welcome Students

Welcome to Washington State GEAR UP! We're here to help you explore, plan, and achieve in school and beyond. Let’s make your dreams a reality.

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We Empower Students to Navigate Their Options After High School.

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Students

GEAR UP offers guidance and resources to support your success in school and beyond.

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Educators

GEAR UP provides educators with resources to help students explore options, plan, and achieve their goals.

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Grant Managers

GEAR UP is here to help you manage grants effectively, stay compliant, and make the most impact.

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Find out about Scholarships:

Explore our curated database of scholarships, which includes opportunities tailored for various backgrounds, interests, and academic achievements. We've got you covered whether you're seeking merit-based awards, need-based assistance, or specialized scholarships.

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Upcoming Events: Keep up on the latest news!

Latest News

March 03/2026

Your Future, Funded

Your Future, Funded: Financial Aid Completion WeekYour Future, Funded is designed to build momentum going into high school graduation. Together, we can ensure every senior has a touchpoint during the final months of school about financial aid and their next steps.

Events

October 18/2026 - October 20/2026

GEAR UP West 2026, Legacy of the West: 20 Years of Opportunity and Impact

📢 Calling all educators, college access professionals, evaluators, and student success leaders!GEAR UP West 2026 is heading to California for three days of collaboration, innovation, and impact.

Weekly Bulletin

June 06/2026

Weekly Bulletin: June 15-19

Get the latest scoop! Find info on GEAR UP program updates, scholarship information, professional development opportunities, news and resources from around Washington State and nationwide.

Testimonial

GEAR UP is the only reason I was confident enough to consider college. I'm a first-generation college student and didn't think I had what it took to graduate high school for a while. GEAR UP made me feel ready and excited to graduate and continue my education. Thank you to the GEAR UP coordinators and high school staff for making me believe in myself. I know they believed in me.

Izabella C, WA State GEAR UP Student

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