PTSW Scholarship Program
Our mission is to inspire a lifelong respect for craftsmanship and a passion for creating by providing a diverse, safe, and excellent woodworking education for all.
All PTSW courses are eligible for scholarships. Our goal is to grant $50,000 worth of tuition scholarships annually to create more equitable access to woodworking education.
The scholarships are for tuition fees only. Students are responsible for their accommodations, meals, transportation, and materials fees during the course.
Our Process
PTSW reviews and awards scholarship applications on a quarterly basis. Scholarship application review is conducted by a Scholarship Committee that is composed of board members, staff, faculty, alumni, and volunteers. If you are interested in serving on the Scholarship Committee, email Executive Director Heron Scott (heron@ptwoodschool.org).
Individuals applying for scholarships to our 12-week intensives, Foundations of Woodworking I and Foundations of Woodworking II may be asked for an interview with our Scholarship Committee.
The Scholarship Committee will make award decisions guided by the following factors:
Equity - Does the scholarship applicant represent an underserved demographic in the woodworking field?
Economics - Can the scholarship applicant demonstrate an economic need for assistance?
Funding - What is the available funding at PTSW for scholarship awards?
Types of Scholarships
General:
All courses at PTSW, including 12-week intensives, are eligible for scholarship awards. We ask that you request a tuition award amount equal to a percent of the tuition cost that will enable you to attend the course of your choosing.
Application & Award Schedule
The following details our application deadline and award announcement dates. If you submit an application after the deadline, it does not necessarily disqualify you from an award. Please note: applications for scholarships must be submitted before registering for a course. If you have already registered for a course, no award will be granted.
Spring Quarter Courses
Application Deadline: Third Friday of December
Awards Announced: First Friday of January
Summer Quarter Courses, Fall Foundations of Woodworking I
Application Deadline: Third Friday in March
Awards Announced: First Friday in April
Fall Quarter Courses, Winter Foundations of Woodworking I, Winter Foundation of Woodworking II
Application Deadline: Third Friday in June
Awards Announced: First Friday in July
Winter Quarter Courses, Spring Foundations of Woodworking I, Spring Foundations of Woodworking II
Application Deadline: Third Friday in September
Awards Announced: First Friday in October
Application Forms
Questions?
We will help you navigate the scholarship application process. Please contact us at 360-344-4455 or email at info@ptwoodschool.org with any of your questions or concerns. We look forward to hearing from you!
Scholarships & Grants Offered by Other Organizations
Builders Industry Association of Washington (BIAW) Grants
For Washington residents pursuing a construction-related industry field of study, including but not limited to: finish carpentry training, construction career training, continuing education, apprenticeship programs, and skills assessment programs. Link below to the grant application. If you have any questions about the scholarship and grants, please contact BIAW Education Manager Hillary Vanatta at hillaryv@biaw.com.