Most scholarships are for new students and returning graduates (unless otherwise noted). Eligible students must complete the scholarship application 90 days before and up to 30 days after the program start date. Current students may apply for funding they are eligible for at any time after their first term is completed. WGU employees and family members who are eligible for the WGU employee discount are not eligible for WGU scholarships.
As an employee in education, you understand the importance of learning. Now, it's your turn to be the student. WGU is pleased to partner with Denver Public Schools (DPS) to provide the Advancement Scholarship to DPS paraprofessionals who want to pursue a WGU degree that leads to teacher licensure. The scholarship will be combined with a $2,500 award from the school district every six months to help cover the entire cost of a bachelor's or master's degree program through WGU.
WGU is a national, accredited, nonprofit university that has been named a Best Value School year after year. When WGU students were asked, "How much has your experience at this institution contributed to your job related knowledge and skills?", 76% answered, "Quite a bit" and "Very much." This is compared to 53% nationally.
Scholarship Details
This scholarship is valued up to:
VARIES
This scholarship will help cover the entire cost of a WGU degree program.
Interested in this scholarship? The first step is to apply for admission.
Application Deadline:
6/30/23*
Before you can apply for this scholarship, you must first apply for admission.
Already applied for admission? Apply for scholarships on the Scholarship Portal.
Additional Scholarship Opportunities:
80+
This scholarship is one of many. Through the generosity of donors and institutional funding, WGU maintains a robust program of scholarships made available to qualified students.
*Current deadline aligns with 2022-23 aid year; will be extended to 12/31/23 after June 30th.
Get Started in Two Simple Steps
Step 1: Apply for Admission
To be considered for WGU scholarships, you must be provisionally accepted as a WGU student1. Please complete the admissions application and work with your Enrollment Counselor to move through the admissions process.
Step 2: Apply for Scholarships
To access the scholarship application, you will need your MyWGU student portal credentials, which will be sent to you after Step 1. You are eligible to apply for scholarships 90 days before and up to 30 days after your degree start date.2
1 Returning WGU graduates should complete the Returning Graduate Application.
2 Completing a current aid year FAFSA is required if eligible to submit the FAFSA. If you are ineligible to apply for federal aid via the FAFSA, you will still have opportunity to be considered for WGU scholarships.
Common Questions About Scholarships
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Thank You to Our Donors
Scholarship opportunities are made possible in part by the generous support of many companies, foundations, partner organizations, and individuals, including WGU alumni, faculty, and staff. Learn how donors can make a difference at WGU.
When you complete the FAFSA, be sure to list WGU’s school code.
Code: 033394
Financial Aid Is Also Available
You may choose to pay for the remaining portion of your degree through federal financial aid (subject to your eligibility). Pell Grants, which do not have to be repaid, are granted based on financial need. Federal Direct Student Loans are available to most students. Subsidized loans, which are dependent on financial need, reduce the interest due on loans.
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