LAUNCH applications blow past expectations

Boise, Idaho Jan. 4, 2024– Governor Brad Little and Lt. Governor Scott Bedke announced today the astounding results of the initial application period for the Idaho LAUNCH grants, the state’s expanded grant program that provides new opportunities for graduating high school seniors to pursue in-demand careers.

As of December 28, there were 12,588 high school seniors who submitted or started applications for LAUNCH grants - two-thirds more than expected. Around 7,500 applications were expected, and applications continue to come in.

LAUNCH offers graduating high school seniors grants that cover 80 percent, up to $8,000, of the cost to enroll in an education or training program after high school that leads to an in-demand career.

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