University District Rotary Club Scholarship
Education unlocks opportunities — so don’t let cost stand in the way. Gain the skills you need to succeed in today’s workforce with a University District Rotary Club Scholarship for a UW certificate program. Apply and advance your career.
What’s the University District Rotary Club Scholarship?
Created through the generous funding of the University District Rotary Club, this scholarship is intended to help individuals who have experienced barriers to work opportunities get ahead through education.
The University District Rotary Club Scholarship covers partial cost, up to a maximum value of $4,000, for most of our eligible certificate programs.
The scholarship value is evenly divided each quarter of the program and delivered as a course fee waiver. Each quarter, the recipient is responsible for the remaining course costs and any additional fees, which may include an initial $50 application fee (if applicable), any additional program fees, and the cost of any necessary books and other class materials.
Take the Next Steps
Here’s how to find out if you meet scholarship qualifications and how to apply.
To learn more, check out the following list of eligible certificate programs, talk to an enrollment coach and attend an information session.
Winter Quarter Eligible Certificate Programs
Students interested in one of these certificate programs may be eligible for a Winter 2027 University District Rotary Club Scholarship.
Business & Leadership
Data & Applied Math
Education, Nonprofit & Society
Marketing, Communication & Design
Programming & Tech
Who’s Eligible for This Scholarship?
This opportunity is open to all eligible persons regardless of race, sex or other identity. To be considered for this scholarship, you must:
Be living in Washington state
Apply and be accepted to one of the above eligible certificate programs (New applicants only, current/continuing students are not eligible.)
Not exceed the household income limits listed below
Not have access to financial assistance from your employer to pay for your program
Not have been a part- or full-time student in 12 months prior to the start of your program (unless taking prerequisite courses)
Be willing to be interviewed via Zoom, if requested
Be willing to attend an in-person University District Rotary Club meeting on May 28, 2027
Not be a Rotary member, a UW Continuum College employee or an immediate family member thereof
People in Household | Annual Income* |
|---|---|
1 | $46,950 |
2 | $63,450 |
3 | $78,450 |
4 | $96,450 |
5 | $112,950 |
6 | $129,450 |
7 | $145,950 |
8 | $162,450 |
*To qualify for a University District Rotary Club Scholarship, your household income for 2025 can’t exceed the amounts listed. As part of the application, you’ll be required to state your household income, household size, and provide a copy of your most recent federal income tax return.
How to Apply for a Rotary Scholarship
✔ Carefully review the admission requirements for your chosen certificate program to make sure you qualify.
Click “See Requirements” on the program’s webpage to make sure you qualify.
If the Program Details indicate that you’ll need to Apply to the certificate, complete your program application no later than Oct. 16. You’ll need to submit materials such as a resume and a personal statement.
✔ Complete the Rotary Scholarship application between September 15-October 16, 2026.
The application will ask you to describe your reasons for applying, your career goals, and how the UW certificate will help you on your path.
No late or incomplete applications are accepted.
To confirm your income eligibility, you'll need to submit your 2025 U.S. federal income tax return.
✔ Check your email! After you submit your scholarship application, watch for email from the Scholarship Committee with important details about what happens next.
Scholarship application materials will be reviewed by the University District Rotary Club. You may be asked to attend an informal Zoom interview with University District Rotary Club members in October 2026.
✔ Check your email again! We will let all scholarship applicants know about award decisions by November.
What To Keep In Mind
Dates and Deadlines: There are important admissions and/or registration deadlines coming up this fall. We’ll send these details to you by email. Don’t miss these deadlines!
Plan Ahead to Register and Pay: Remember, while a scholarship can help cover some program costs, students are responsible for paying any additional program costs or course fees on time. If you receive a scholarship, you’ll be responsible for registering for your first course AND paying any remaining costs no later than December 28, 2026.
If you have any questions, contact Enrollment Services.
Thank you for your interest in this scholarship program!
Scholarship Details
Scholarship decisions are made by the University District Rotary Club Scholarship Committee. All decisions are final.
Scholarship awards cannot be deferred and are not transferable to other certificate programs.
One scholarship application per certificate program. Multiple applications are not accepted.
Scholarship awards are contingent on acceptance into your chosen certificate program. Be sure that you meet your program's eligibility requirements.
Scholarship recipients must successfully complete each course in their certificate program to receive the scholarship award for the remaining courses.
Scholarship recipients cannot be enrolled in other UW programs while completing their awarded certificate program.
Scholarship recipients must sign a Scholarship Agreement within one week of notification.
Scholarship recipients must meet all deadlines for accepting, registering and paying fees as stated in the Scholarship Agreement.
Scholarship Details
Award Amount:
Up to $4,000
Next Scholarship Application Cycle:
September 15–October 16, 2026
Next Certificate Programs Start:
Winter 2027
Questions?
We're happy to help.
“This scholarship is helping me achieve my goal of a new career in information technology. It might not be easy to pay back what people have done for me, but it’s important for me to do something for my community and the world.”
— Abel Mengstu, Past University District Rotary Club Scholarship Recipient
