Washington State Opportunity Scholarship

**Why WSOS?** ****THE PROBLEMS**:** There are barriers in Washington state that limit people’s access to the training and education they need to fill the high-demand jobs that power our economy. Businesses in Washington state are eager to fill trade, STEM, and health care jobs with talented local students, but there are currently not enough people graduating into high-demand jobs. **OUR SOLUTION:** **Financial assistance + Mentorship + Career training** We offer financial aid, mentorship opportunities, and career training to holistically support Opportunity Scholars as they build their pathway to a high-demand career. Our support is a fundamental reason why our Scholars graduate faster, take on less debt, and earn a higher average salary than their peers. Our program is designed to deliver the best possible return for students, taxpayers, and private sector partners investing in Washington’s future workforce. **Transforming Washington State begins with our “why”** WSOS is the first public-private scholarship program dedicated to building lasting pathways to secondary education and high-demand STEM and trade careers for all Washington students. We accelerate equitable change for historically excluded students and increase the local talent pool for Washington businesses.?? **Mission** Transform Washington state by building pathways to high-demand jobs that strengthen our communities and economy.?? **Vision** We envision a Washington where all residents have access to our state’s best jobs, and our companies have the diverse, local talent they need to innovate for the world.