Scholarships

NTEF Scholarship Opportunities

Supporting North Thurston graduates as they take their next steps toward higher education and career goals.

About NTEF Scholarships

The North Thurston Education Foundation provides a wide variety of scholarships to help graduating seniors from North Thurston Public Schools, finance their post-high school education, beginning the year after graduation. Scholarships are available for students’ pursuing education at community colleges, vocational or technical schools, or four-year colleges and universities. Applicants should demonstrate skills for success in their chosen post-secondary program, good citizenship, and leadership qualities.

While many scholarships are based on financial need, some are merit-based. Awards range from $1,000 to full tuition, with most being one-year grants. A few scholarships are renewable for up to four years with good academic progress.

Application Timeline:

Scholarship applications are typically open from the first week of February through the last Wednesday of March.

2027 Application Deadline: March 25, 2027

Applicants are encouraged to begin early to ensure all required materials are submitted on time.

2027 Application Coming Soon!

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Scholarship Stories: Voices of Impact

Hear directly from scholarship recipients about how NTEF support is helping them overcome challenges and continue their education.

Frank Parker Memorial Scholarship

Natalie Hagerman, 2023 Recipient

Most college students dream about making an impact on the world.

Natalie Hagerman is already helping build the technology that reaches beyond it.

The North Thurston Public Schools graduate is entering her senior year at the University of Washington, where she's studying Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering. This summer, she earned a highly competitive internship with SpaceX, working on composite subassemblies for the Falcon 9 rocket—a milestone she once thought was years away.

"Never did I imagine I would get to work on hardware flying to space, especially not in college," Hagerman said. "But I have never been more grateful for an opportunity."

Lisa Corwin Memorial Scholarship

Cianna Cantrell, 2023 Recipient

“This scholarship has made a tremendous impact on my life. It has helped cover the cost of meals and removed the need for me to take out loans. Because of that, I've been able to focus more on my education and personal growth without the constant burden of financial stress. That freedom allowed me to say "yes" to opportunities that have shaped me—like participating in unpaid marine science research. Without this support, I wouldn't have been able to gain those experiences that are so valuable to my future.”

John Gott Education Scholarship

Lawrence Balajadia, 2025 Recipient

“The John Gott Education Scholarship has opened so many doors for me, and your support allows me to play and study music while relieving financial barriers that would have otherwise made it impossible for me to pursue my dream of becoming a music teacher. I’m so humbled to be given the opportunities that this Scholarship has offered me.”