What is Idaho LAUNCH at CWI?

Idaho LAUNCH for high school seniors is new this year with the graduating class of 2024 as the first invited to participate. Idaho LAUNCH aims to connect high school seniors to in-demand careers through training and education at College of Western Idaho (CWI). Keep an eye out for program...

What are the benefits of CWI LAUNCH Link?

LAUNCH Link is a service provided by College of Western Idaho (CWI) to future students who attend the College and use Idaho LAUNCH. Students who sign up to take advantage of LAUNCH Link will receive one-on-one guidance as they get started on how to best...

Who can access the Idaho LAUNCH program?

Idaho LAUNCH is available to:

  • Idaho high school students graduating in 2024
  • students who start at College of Western Idaho in 2024 for the summer or fall semester or either fall 8-week session
  • students who continue their education immediately following high
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How much funding is available for qualified students through Idaho LAUNCH?

  • Students can receive up to $8,000 to pay for up to 80% of their tuition and fees.
  • Students can receive up to 50% of the $8,000 per academic year with the exception being a program that is less than 12 months in length.

What are the important dates for the Idaho LAUNCH program?

  • Applications for the Idaho LAUNCH program will open Oct. 3, 2023, through April 15, 2024. High school students are highly encouraged to apply early.
    • Initial applications are due Nov. 30, 2023.
  • To utilize Idaho LAUNCH funds, students must
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How does the Idaho LAUNCH application cycle work?

The Idaho LAUNCH application is open Oct. 3, 2023, through April 15, 2024.

Contingent Award Letters are contingent upon verification of eligibility. There will be three rounds of Contingent Award Letters.

  • Round 1 Contingent Award Letters sent by Dec. 31
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How will you be notified if you have been awarded Idaho LAUNCH funds?

You will receive an email notification from Scholarship Idaho. It is important for you to have an active email address that you check regularly to ensure you do not miss any notifications.