Looking for Colleges in Washington State that Offer Benefits for Military Spouses

Hey everyone! I'm a high school junior whose spouse will be enlisted in the military after graduation. We're looking potentially to move to Washington State. Are there colleges there that provide special benefits or programs for military spouses? Any help would be much appreciated!

Certainly, there are colleges in Washington State that offer benefits for military spouses under the Military Spouses Residency Relief Act. However, the nature of these benefits can vary from college to college.

For instance, in the University of Washington system, military spouses are eligible for in-state tuition, priority registration, and special advising resources through the Veterans Center. They also have an extensive online program which can be beneficial if you’d prefer to take classes from home or while moving around.

Eastern Washington University is another college that has dedicated resources for military spouses. They have a Military and Veteran Services center that helps with navigating tuition assistance and can also provide help with housing and job search assistance.

Additionally, you might be eligible for the MyCAA (My Career Advancement Account) Scholarship. This scholarship offers up to $4,000 to military spouses for certain types of vocational/technical programs or degrees at any accredited college in the U.S.

It's also worth looking into the Washington State community colleges. Many offer online and flexible class options, which can be very beneficial for military spouses. They also have veteran support centers, which often extend their services to military families as well.

I recommend reaching out to the financial aid and veteran services offices of these schools for additional details. They can provide more specific information on the types of resources and benefits available to military spouses.