The Arc of Washington State Trust Fund is offering a Student Stipend Program for the 2026–2027 academic year, providing stipends of up to $5,000 for students pursuing careers in intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD). The program is available to full-time upper-division undergraduate and graduate students at Washington State institutions who show interest and experience in the I/DD field. The funds can be used for tuition, books, and living expenses, distributed in two payments—one in the summer to the university and the second in January after confirming full-time enrollment.
Applicants must submit a short essay about their interest in I/DD, detail their academic background and goals, provide two faculty endorsements, and include official transcripts. The application deadline is March 15, 2026, with award notifications sent by April 30, 2026. Further details and the application form can be found on the Arc Trust Fund website. Questions regarding the stipend program can be directed to their email address.