Washington Pushes FAFSA for Graduation | Seattle News

Washington’s governor is pushing to make filling out the FAFSA a graduation requirement for high school seniors, aiming to boost the state’s dismal FAFSA completion rate—currently 47th nationally—despite generous state financial aid. While some districts already require it and see higher completion, critics worry about costs and diploma delays. Supporters argue students simply don’t know aid exists. Meanwhile, the state superintendent proposes a year-long senior course covering life after high school—including FAFSA, finances, and job readiness. The State Board of Education is reviewing both ideas as they finalize graduation requirements next month, with the ultimate goal: better preparing students for their futures. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/34c182fe14cd7288