Scholarship Offerings at GWUOHS

The George Washington University Online High School (GWUOHS) is dedicated to making a quality education available to as many high-achieving students as possible. We offer scholarship options to help reduce the burden of education costs.

The George Washington University Online High School Scholarship

George Washington University Online High School will award one scholarship for tuition-free, full-time enrollment for the school year to a new or returning student entering the 9th grade who demonstrates both high academic potential and family financial need.

Download the forms and instructions to apply for this scholarship below:

Scholarship Benefits and Eligibility

Those eligible for this scholarship include students entering the 9th grade with a grade point average of at least 3.0 (letter grade B). They must also meet the scholarship’s economic needs guidelines.
Students awarded this scholarship will also receive:

All services and support available to full-time students, including academic advising, engagement monitoring, college counseling, and instructional support from certified teachers

An assigned mentor who will meet regularly with the student and provide additional support, encouragement, and connections with other resources as necessary

A laptop computer to use for the duration of the student’s enrollment at the school, and all online and hands-on learning materials available to full-time students

The Selection Process

The scholarship will be awarded based on merit (components: student essays, letters of recommendation, a student introduction, and Parent Information Form) and financial need. The process of selection is as follows:

The scholarship committee will rate all required components on applications.
Before final selection, candidates will be interviewed by phone or Skype.
Scholarship recipients can expect to be notified during the summer. Students receiving a scholarship and their parent/guardian must complete a form agreeing to the terms of the scholarship program.
After final scholarship acceptances are completed and agreement forms signed, applicants who were not selected will receive email notifications.

Scholarship Renewal

Our goal is to renew scholarships for all four high school years for the awarded students. Annual scholarship renewal will depend on the student’s engagement and academic progress and will be determined each May. To be eligible for renewal, students must meet the following criteria:

Maintain at least a 3.0 GPA
Maintain course pacing requirements, completing courses on time without extensions
Meet attendance requirements as identified in the Student-Parent Handbook 2022-2023
Participate in all mentoring meetings and activities unless excused by the mentor

For questions about the scholarship renewal process, email [email protected].

State-Funded Scholarship Offerings

In addition to The George Washington University Online High School Scholarship, GWUOHS also participates in a several state-funded scholarship programs to further expand the accessibility of a high-quality education.

The Arizona Empowerment Scholarship Account (ESA)

GWUOHS participates in Arizona’s Empowerment Scholarship Account (ESA). The ESA provides scholarship dollars toward GWUOHS tuition costs, giving Arizona families significant tuition assistance toward a private school education.

Arizona’s ESA helps families pursue flexible options for their children’s learning. Public funding through the ESA enables families to expand their educational opportunities outside the public school system and further personalize their educational experience. Arizona’s ESA can cover education expenses, including private school tuition, tutoring services, learning materials, and more.

Benefits of the Arizona ESA

Arizona’s Empowerment Scholarship is a powerful resource for students and families who want to enroll at GWUOHS. The program provides all Arizona families with:

Scholarship dollars that significantly contribute to GWUOHS tuition costs*
Additional scholarship dollars for students with special needs
The ability to customize their child’s education
Equal opportunity for children to access a personalized learning experience
An easy application process—just two simple steps for approval

Eligibility for the Arizona ESA

All students in grades K–12 who reside in Arizona qualify for the Arizona ESA. Our enrollment consultants are available to help you confirm eligibility and guide you through the application process.

The New Hampshire (NH) Education Freedom Accounts

GWUOHS participates in the NH Education Freedom Accounts. The State of New Hampshire created the Education Freedom Accounts program to help expand educational opportunities for New Hampshire children. Eligible New Hampshire families earning up to 350% of the poverty line can direct part of their child’s state education funding to pay for tuition at the school of their choice, tutoring, online learning programs, educational supplies, and other educational expenses.

Eligibility for the NH Education Freedom Accounts Program

To be eligible for a NH Education Freedom Accounts program:

You and your student must be New Hampshire residents.
Your child must be at least 5 years old and no older than 20 and entering kindergarten through12th grade.
Your family’s income must be at or below 350% of the federal poverty level guidelines.
You must complete the application process and sign the EFA agreement, which includes agreeing to share academic accountability documents.

Our enrollment consultants are available to help you confirm eligibility and guide you through the application process.

How to Apply for State-Funded Scholarships

Our enrollment consultants will help you determine your eligibility and walk you through the next steps! We’ll guide you through the application process and answer any questions. Request more information, and a GWUOHS enrollment consultant will contact you with more details.

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Other Discounts on GWUOHS Tuition

Scholarships are the only way to ensure that you’re providing your student with a quality education with sustainable tuition payments. GWUOHS also offers a number of discounts for some of our families:

Early Bird Discount:

This discount is for returning families who re-register for the next school year during the announced time period.

Sibling Discount:

If a family has more than one student enrolled at GWUOHS at the same time, they receive 10% off the cost of tuition for each student enrolled.

George Washington University Alumni and Staff Discount:

Alumns and current staff of GW receive 20% off the cost of tuition.

First Responder & Military Discount:

Members of the military (active or inactive) and members of first responder teams (police, fire, EMS, etc.) receive 15% off the cost of tuition.

Dual Enrollment Discount:

Students who choose to dual enroll with George Washington University may receive a discount on their GWUOHS tuition. If you’re interested, speak to one of our enrollment consultants.

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