Aid Programs 2019-2020
Financial aid programs at Green River are administered according to nationally established policies and guidelines, which are based on the belief that parents have the primary responsibility for assisting their children with educational expenses.
Employment Programs
| Program Name / Description | Minimum No. of Credits | Washington Residency Required | Award Amounts |
|---|---|---|---|
| Federal Work-Study A federal program to provide employment opportunities for students on or off campus |
6 | No | $300 to $1,500 per quarter |
Gift Aid
| Program Name/Description | Minimum No. of Credits | Washington Residency Required | Award Amounts |
|---|---|---|---|
| Federal Pell Grant A federal grant program for undergraduate students |
1 | No | $623 to $6,195 per 9 months |
| Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant A federal grant program for undergraduate students |
6 | No | $150 to $600 per year |
| Washington College Grant (f/k/a Washington State Need Grant) A state grant program for undergraduate students |
3 | Yes |
$150 - $5,477 per year or $150 - $8,782 per year for BAS |
| College Bound Scholarship | 3 | Yes |
Up to $2,857 per year or Up to $4,180 per year for BAS |
| Tuition Waiver A state program to cover tuition cost |
5 | Yes |
Up to $1,400 per quarter or Up to $2,059 per quarter for BAS |
| Green River Grant | 5 | Yes | $50 - $750 per quarter |
Loan Programs
| Program Name / Description | Minimum No. of Credits | Washington Residency Required | Award Amounts |
|---|---|---|---|
| Direct PLUS Loan A federal loan program for parents of dependent students. 7.6% interest rate. Payment can be deferred. |
6 | No | Maximum loan for parents is based on cost of attendance, less any other aid. |
| Federal Direct Loan A federal loan program with 5.05% interest for subsidized and unsubsidized loans with deferred payments. |
6 | No | Maximum amount $5,500 as a freshman, $6,500 as a sophomore, and $7,500 BAS level plus additional Unsubsidized amounts. Minimum varies depending on eligibility. |
Announcements
The Financial Aid Office is currently working remotely. Although you cannot visit our office in-person, we are still here to support you and answer your questions about financial aid via phone, email and Zoom.
Phone: (253) 288-3392
Email: finaid@greenriver.edu
Zoom
Processing Updates
We are currently processing applications completed in November 2020. (updated on 12/11/20)
Need help paying for childcare, books, rent, food, or transportation?
Green River College offers limited grant funds to assist students with immediate financial needs. Fill out an online application today!
Federal School Code
Our Federal School Code is 003780
Hours of Operation
| Zoom & Email Hours |
| Monday - Friday 12 PM - 4 PM |
| Phone Hours (253) 288-3392 |
| Monday - Friday 10 AM - 4 PM |
| Drop-in FAFSA/WASFA Assistance in Zoom |
| Monday - Friday 8 AM - 5 PM |
| *Evening Hours* Thursday 6 PM - 8 PM |
Contact Us
Phone: 253-288-3392
Email: finaid@greenriver.edu