A variety of scholarship opportunities are available to English students with outstanding academic achievement or financial need. EWU offers scholarships for both undergraduate and graduate students.<\/p>\n
The deadline for 2026-27 scholarships is February 1, 2026.<\/p>\n
For more information contact:<\/p>\n
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