2024-2025 Poster: Be Ready

Be ready for Washington’s future Washington State is Growing Fast! Over the last decade, our state has ranked 1st in the country for economic growth and 9th for job growth. That means lots of opportunities...

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2024-2025 Poster: Are you ready?

Are you ready for Washington’s future? Washington State is Growing Fast! Over the last decade, our state has ranked 1st in the country for economic growth and 9th for job growth. That means lots of...

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Tips for First-Gen College Students: My journey choosing a college

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What do you do after you’ve found a major? I recommend reflecting on your future plans and finding a college that can best support your journey and goals. Luckily, two fellow Ready WA storytellers have an...

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What type of college is right for you?

Izzy Rampersad and Olivia Schaer are seniors in Seattle Public Schools, and both are 2023-24 Ready WA Storytellers. In the depths of the college application process, both students experienced uncertainty about how to choose a...

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Get free money: know your financial aid applications

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By James Larson Financial aid is an imperative part of higher education, but I think it remains one of the most overlooked and overhyped elements in the minds of high schoolers. Financial information is hard...

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Tips for first-gen college students: exploring majors

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By Hannah Phanitchob As a first-generation college student, it can sometimes feel like you are miles behind your peers. Maybe some of your friends already know what they’re going to study and where they want...

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