Empowering Education through Idaho Launch Grant Program

Today’s socio-economic landscape reinforces the necessity of a robust education to carve a stable future. However, managing tuition fees can prove challenging, keeping deserving students from their dream careers. Idaho Launch, a one-time grant program, aims to sweep away such hurdles, offering students a chance to cover 80% of tuition and associated fees, up to $8,000.

A Boost for Your Education

Recognizing the increasing cost of education, Idaho Launch extends a helping hand to aid students financially. With an impressive award distribution system, the grant ensures you can afford quality education.

• Upon acceptance into the program, students can receive up to half of the initial grant in the first year of their program.
• For programs with a duration under 12 months, the full award amount can be utilized in one year.

Are You Eligible?

Thanks to fair and manageable eligibility requirements, Idaho Launch’s assistance is not only plentiful but also accessible:

• You should be a graduate from an Idaho high school, or equivalent.
• You should have Idaho residency.
• You should be enrolled in, or have applied to, an in-demand career program at an eligible Idaho institution.
• Your enrollment should commence in the fall semester following your graduation.
• You should have completed a career pathway plan or equivalent.

Review the approved list of eligible in-demand careers HERE.

Navigating Your Timeline

To make the most of the Idaho Launch program, it’s crucial to keep track of important dates:

• The Idaho Launch application opens: October 3.
• Initial applications are due: November 30.
• Contingent Award letters are sent by: December 31, March 31, and May 31.
• The Idaho Launch application closes on April 15.

If you believe Idhao Launch can launch your future, apply HERE.

Thoughts

Financial limitations should never prevent you from achieving your dreams. This belief fuels Idaho’s Launch Grant Program, aspiring to elevate your educational journey. With substantial support and rational eligibility requirements, Idaho Launch extends its reach to every deserving student, reinforcing the path towards a bright and prosperous future.

Take the first step towards a successful career now!

For questions, please email  idaholaunch@wdc.idaho.gov or call 208-488-7575

FAQs for Idaho Launch

1. What is the Idaho Launch Grant? The Idaho Launch Grant is a one-time opportunity for Idaho students, covering up to 80% of eligible tuition and fees, up to a maximum of $8,000.
2. Can the entire grant amount be used in one year? For programs with a duration under 12 months, yes, the full award amount can be utilized in one year.
3. What are the eligibility criteria for the Idaho Launch Grant? To qualify, students should: graduate from an Idaho high school; be an Idaho resident; be enrolled in or apply to an in-demand career program at an eligible Idaho institution; and begin enrollment by the fall semester after graduation. Students should have also completed a career pathway plan or equivalent.
4. What is the deadline for the Idaho Launch application? The Idaho Launch application opens on October 3, and you need to submit the initial application by November 30. The program closes applications on April 15.
5. When are the Idaho Launch Grant awards distributed? The deadlines for sending contingent award letters are December 31, March 31, and May 31.
6. Is Idaho Launch only for traditional four-year degrees? No, Idaho Launch is designed to support students enrolling in in-demand career programs. These could be vocational, technical, or other non-traditional programs of study.
7. Can I apply for the Idaho Launch Grant if I am enrolling in an institution not located in Idaho? No, the grant is only applicable to eligible Idaho institutions.
8. What does the grant cover? The Idaho Launch Grant covers 80% of eligible tuition and fees, up to a maximum of $8,000.
9. Where can I find the list of approved in-demand careers? The list can be found HERE.
10. What is a career pathway plan, and how do I complete it? A career pathway plan is a documented plan outlining a student’s post-high school career and education goals. You can find resources for planning a career pathway on the Idaho Launch website.