WSU Vancouver Offers Free Workshops on Paying for College

Prospective students and families can learn about financial aid, scholarships, and more in online sessions.

Published on Feb. 12, 2026

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Washington State University Vancouver will host a series of four free online workshops this spring focused on helping prospective students and their families understand how to make college more affordable through grants, scholarships, savings, work, and loans. The workshops will cover completing required financial aid forms, identifying scholarship opportunities, and strategies for paying for higher education.

Why it matters

As the cost of college continues to rise, these workshops provide valuable information to help make higher education more accessible for students in the Vancouver area. The sessions aim to demystify the financial aid process and equip attendees with the knowledge to maximize their options for funding their college education.

The details

The one-hour workshops will be held virtually via Zoom at 5:30 p.m. on the following dates: February 24, March 25, April 23, and May 20. Presenters will explain the different types of financial aid, including which forms of funding require repayment and which do not. Attendees will also learn strategies for applying for scholarships and completing key paperwork and deadlines.

  • The workshops will be held on February 24, March 25, April 23, and May 20, 2026.
  • The sessions will take place at 5:30 p.m. Pacific Time.

The players

WSU Vancouver

A campus of Washington State University and the only four-year research university in Southwest Washington, offering undergraduate and graduate programs.

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What they’re saying

“We're excited to offer these workshops to help make college more affordable for students and their families in our community.”

— WSU Vancouver (clarkcountytoday.com)

What’s next

Prospective attendees can register for the workshops at vancouver.wsu.edu/a-z to receive the Zoom link. Those with questions can contact the WSU Vancouver Student Financial Services office.

The takeaway

These free workshops provide a valuable opportunity for students and families in the Vancouver area to learn about the various financial aid options and strategies for funding a college education, helping to make higher ed more accessible.