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Opportunity Grant

Students eligible for the Opportunity Grant may receive funds to cover 45 credits of tuition/mandatory fees and up to $1,000 for books and supplies. Support services such as tutoring, college success workshops, emergency childcare, and emergency transportation are also part of the Opportunity Grant program.

Who Qualifies?
  • Must be a Washington state resident student
  • Must have financial need based on the FAFSA (free application for federal student aid)
  • Must have earned less than an associate's degree
  • Must be enrolled in an Opportunity Grant-eligible program of study including:
    Accounting- clerk/paraprofessional/specialist
    Allied Health-CNA, LPN, RN, Central Service Tech, Phlebotomy, Surgical Tech
    Automotive- Auto Body Repair, Automotive Tech, FORD asset, ITEC
    Computer Network Technology
    Construction- Commercial Building Engineer, Construction trades prep, Building trades Apprenticeship, Property Maintenance
    Early Childhood Careers
  • Must have a family income that is at or below 200 percent of the federal poverty level

Income Limits

Size of Family Annual Limit Monthly Limit
1 $21,660 $1,805
2 $29,140 $2,428
3 $36,620 $3,051
4 $44,100 $3,675
5 51,580 $4,298
6 $59,060 $4,921
7 $66,540 $5,545
8 $74,020 $6,168
Services Available
  • Eligible students may receive funds to cover tuition/mandatory fees and up to $1,000 for books and supplies for up to 45 college credits
  • Eligible students may also qualify for support services including:
    Tutoring
    College success workshops
    Emergency child care
    Emergency transportation
    Emergency financial assistance

RTC Opportunity Grant Blog or Frequently Asked Questions

To apply or for additional information, please contact:
Celva Boon, Opportunity Grant/BFET case manager
Renton Technical College
(425)235-2352 ext. 5720

 

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