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Saving for an Education

“Give a man a fish and you feed him for a day, teach him how to fish and you feed him for a lifetime.”
- Lao Tzu

Have you ever considered learning a new skill or earning a degree in something that interests you? Health care, biology, computers, marketing, teaching, psychology—the possibilities are endless. Your newfound knowledge will not only enable you to find a decent paying job today, it can open more doors in the future. With higher education you can learn more about yourself, increase your confidence, and better your chances of a more successful career. 

Where can I go to school? 

You can enroll in the following types of King County schools:

• Two-year
• Four-year
• Vocational
• Technical 

For example: 

• Antioch University 
• Bellevue Community College
• Highline Community College
• Lake Washington Technical College
• North Seattle Community College
• Renton Technical College
• Seattle Central Community College
• Seattle Pacific University
• Seattle University
• South Seattle Community College
• Shoreline Community College
• University of Washington

What will my IDA pay for? 

• Tuition
•  Books
• Fees