Guaranteed Admissions Program (GAP)
Students who qualify gain guaranteed admission to five state colleges and two private universities. An OSD Virtual Guaranteed Admissions Info Session/Q&A (for students, families, and staff) with college admissions partners is scheduled for:
Wednesday, November 30, 2022
3:00 - 4:00pm
The Olympia School District has partnered with the Guaranteed Admissions Program (GAP) and two private universities which provide increased opportunities to attend college. For the GAP program, juniors will receive information, and seniors who qualify will receive guaranteed admission letters for up to seven Washington state colleges and universities.
In order for colleges to send acceptance letters, students must give permission to release student information for the purpose of higher education through Skyward Family Access.
Participating colleges and universities include:
Guaranteed Admissions Program (Qualifying Juniors and Seniors)
- Central Washington University (CWU)
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Eastern Washington University (EWU)
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The Evergreen State College (Evergreen)
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Washington State University (WSU)
- Western Washington University (WWU)
Private Institutions (Qualified Seniors)
Qualifying for GAP
To qualify for the GAP program with the five public institutions (CWU, EWU, Evergreen, WSU and WWU) juniors and seniors must meet the following criteria:
Qualified students will receive an admission letter from college staff notifying them of their acceptance and next steps. Next steps will include:
- Review required courses, maintain GPA, and stay on track to meet college admissions eligibility requirements
- Research college(s) Programs of Study and financial cost, then determine whether or not your High School & Beyond Plan goals can be met before making a decision to accept an offer and apply
- Fill out the “Common App” College Application Program
- Send an unofficial transcript
- File the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or the Washington Application for State Financial Aid (WASFA)
- *Completing the FAFSA/WASFA is strongly encouraged, but not a requirement for college admissions.
Snapshot of Guaranteed Admissions Program Required Courses
(Refer to CADRs Requirements for more specific qualifying courses)
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4 credits of English
- 3 credits of Math (plus 1 credit of Senior Math-Based Quantitative Course)
- 3 credits of Science (Social Studies)
- 3 credits of Social Science
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**2 credits of World Language
**Waivers acceptable in place of requirements
For more information: Guaranteed Admissions Program (GAP)
Qualifying for Private Schools
To qualify for the two private school programs, seniors must meet the following:
Snapshot of Pacific Lutheran University (PLU) Automatic Admission Partnership
To qualify for PLU’s Automatic Admission Partnership, students must meet the following criteria:
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Have a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.3
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Complete 2nd Year Algebra or agreed upon equivalent
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Meet high school graduation requirements
Snapshot of Pacific Lutheran University’s Required Courses
(Refer to high school graduation requirements for more specific qualifying courses)
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4 credits of English
- 3 credits of Math (including Algebra II)
- 3 credits of Science
- 3 credits of Social Science (Social Studies)
- **2 credits of World Language
- **1 credit of Fine Art
**Waivers acceptable in place of requirements
Qualifying students will receive an automatic admission offer, then complete next steps, including:
- An Acceptance Form (letter of interest)
- A FAFSA or WASFA for full financial aid consideration
- *Completing the FAFSA/WASFA is strongly encouraged, but not a requirement for college admissions.
For more information: PLU Automatic Admission Partnership
Saint Martin’s University Guaranteed Admissions Program
To qualify for Saint Martin’s University’s Guaranteed Admissions Program, students must meet the following criteria:
- Have a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.0 or higher
- Complete 2nd Year Algebra
- Meet high school graduation requirements
- Have no prior history of academic or social misconduct that led to disciplinary action, such as a suspension during high school
Snapshot of St. Martin’s University Required Courses
(Refer to high school graduation requirements for more specific qualifying courses)
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4 credits of English
- 3 credits of Math (including Algebra II)
- 3 credits of Science
- 3 credits of Social Science (Social Studies)
- **2 credits of World Language
**Waivers acceptable in place of requirements
In addition to automatic admission, eligible students will be awarded a merit scholarship ranging from $20,000-$25,000 per year for up to four years. When admitted, students can select a major of interest (Nursing students must apply via Saint Martin’s Website of the Common App).
Contact Information
Contact your school for more information about:
- Guaranteed and Automatic Admissions Programs
- FAFSA/WASFA Financial Aid Application
- Scholarships and other financial assistance
- Post-high school planning in general (including two-year college, technical school, apprenticeship, employment and/or military service)
Sheralyn Weimer
Assistant Director of College and Career Readiness
(360)596-8542
[email protected]
Chelsea Johnson
Program Manager for CTE and CCR
(360)596-6107
[email protected]