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The Wildcat Promise First-year students often have a gap of several thousand dollars between the total cost of attendance and their federal aid and student loans making it hard for them to access higher education. The Wildcat Promise Scholarship fills this gap for four years, providing a necessary safety net for students to complete their degrees.
LAW AND JUSTICE MAJOR PSYCHOLOGY MINOR
Wildcat Promise in FY24
By investing in the Wildcat Promise, donors are supporting a substantial scholarship that shapes the future of students and, in turn, the communities they will go on to serve, creating a ripple effect of positive change. In FY24, President Wohlpart announced a fundraising goal of $10 million for Wildcat Promise. Over $3 million has already been raised, amplifying the university’s investment and showcasing the collective impact that gifts of all sizes have on funding this substantial scholarship. MARGARITA CONTRERAS (’27)
Awarded to 102 student recipients in
$462,441
FY24, funded by donors and the university
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The Wildcat Promise has been absolutely pivotal and instrumental, particularly for students who have been admitted to CWU but have not made the final commitment. We offer the Wildcat Promise and that has been the game-changer, and it has had a significant impact on a student’s decision to attend CWU. This really helped to fill the gap between the student’s contribution and their financial aid awards.” Dr. Margaret Ortega Vice President, Division of Student Engagement and Success The Wildcat Promise will have a significant impact on my educational journey and dreams. I am so thankful for having such a great support system from the donors, and this scholarship will help me be the first in my family to graduate college. Thank you for believing in my potential and I look forward to the day when I can give back to the community and help future students as you have helped me.”
Total raised in
FY24 from university and donors $2,708,092
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Gifts and pledges range from $10 to $1 Million
Wildcat Promise Scholarship
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