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Welcome Educators

Welcome to Washington State GEAR UP! We are here to empower dedicated educators like you, who play a crucial role in helping students thrive, explore opportunities, and build brighter futures.

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Welcome Students

Welcome to Washington State GEAR UP! We're here to help you explore, plan, and achieve in school and beyond. Let’s make your dreams a reality.

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Upcoming Events

Stay tuned for inspiring opportunities to explore, plan, and achieve your academic and career goals.

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We Empower Students to Navigate Their Options After High School.

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Students

GEAR UP is here to help you succeed in school and beyond, offering guidance and resources whenever you need support.

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Educators

GEAR UP provides educators with resources to assist students in exploring options, planning, and achieving their goals.

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Grant Managers

GEAR UP is dedicated to providing the support and resources you need to manage grants effectively, ensure compliance, and maximize impact.

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Find out about Scholarships:

Explore our curated database of scholarships, which includes opportunities tailored for various backgrounds, interests, and academic achievements. We've got you covered whether you're seeking merit-based awards, need-based assistance, or specialized scholarships.

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Upcoming Events: Keep up on the latest news!

Latest News

October 10/2024

Media Release: GEAR UP receives $35 million grant

September 3, 2024

Events

July 13/2025 - July 16/2025

NCCEP/GEAR UP Annual Conference

July 13–16, 2025 | San Francisco, CA The NCCEP/GEAR UP Annual Conference is the national convening of professionals, parents, students, policymakers, and community partners who support GEAR UP programs and the students they serve.

Weekly Bulletin

November 11/2024

Weekly Bulletin: Nov. 4-8

Get the latest scoop! Find info on GEAR UP program updates, scholarship information, professional development opportunities, news and resources from around Washington State and nationwide.

Testimonial

GEAR UP is the only reason I was confident enough to consider college. I'm a first-generation college student and didn't think I had what it took to graduate high school for a while. GEAR UP made me feel ready and excited to graduate and continue my education. Thank you to the GEAR UP coordinators and high school staff for making me believe in myself. I know they believed in me.

Izabella C, WA State GEAR UP Student

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