World
Class Scholars
What if I sign up and then move out of the Twin Harbors area? You are still eligible to come back to participate in this program if you fulfill your contract commitments..
What school districts can participate in this program? Any school in the Grays Harbor or Pacific Counties, the area served by Grays Harbor College.
What if I start going to college somewhere else and transfer to Grays Harbor College? You can still qualify for the scholarship as long as you are still working towards your first college degree and it has not been longer than 28 months since you graduated from High School.
Is there a time limit on enrolling at Grays Harbor College and receiving this scholarship? Yes, you must do so within 28 months of graduating from High School.
What if I missed signing up in the seventh grade. Can I still sign up now? Maybe, depending on how close you are to graduating. If you were eligible to sign up in seventh and eighth grade, but do not do so, you may only enroll up to the ninth grade (you will also be required to perform 60 hours of community service, an increase of 10 hours over those students that have been in the program since junior high). Please remember: it is very difficult to make up several years of community service and portfolios. For guidance, talk with your school's parent mentor or guidance counselor.
What if I go to college elsewhere? We realize that fulfilling your commitment to become a World class Scholar may help you to be competitive for admission at other colleges. The scholarship and financial aid support is available only to those WCS who attend Grays Harbor College. However, you will receive distinction as a World Class Scholar and be able to list this as an award on your resume regardless of where you go to school.