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Thierry Rautureau Scholarship Fund

Since 2019, the Alliance Française de Seattle offers a scholarship program for French learners. Scholarships can be valid for any group class—general, specialized, intensive, workshop, or summer camp. Every year, thanks to the support of our sponsors and private donors, AFSeattle continues to expand its support to families in need with a growing number of scholarships for youth and adults.
An applicant can receive a maximum of one scholarship per year.

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Thierry Rautureau Scholarship Fund

On May 9, 2024, the Alliance Française de Seattle is dedicating its Scholarship Fund to beloved board member Thierry Rautureau, who passed away in October 2023 and who was a fervent advocate of French bilingual education.

We extend our warmest thank you to all the private donors who helped us launch the Thierry Rautureau Scholarship Fund.

Thank you for believing in our mission to advance French bilingual education in Washington State!


Thierry (far left) with French students during our 35-year celebration in 2022.

Youth Scholarships (4-17)

Types of scholarships

  • Partial scholarships, up to 50% off the regular tuition (pre-sale discounts do not apply).
  • Full scholarships may be awarded on a case-by-case basis.
  • Scholarships may be available for the full academic year (enrollment in Fall, Winter and Spring) or for Summer Camps.  Applicants should reapply every quarter. 

Eligibility Requirements

  • Must be a Washington state resident.
  • Must be planning to attend a youth course during the full academic year (Fall through Spring) or a Summer Camp.
  • Must be a AFSeattle member or become one at the time of enrollment.

How to Apply

  • Parents or student applying must submit a letter of motivation/interest explaining their family situation, in English or French, to info@afseattle.org, with the subject "Youth Scholarship Application."

When to Apply

  • Applications are continuously open. If already a recipient, please let us know your intention to enroll before the start of  each quarter. Applications received during the academic year will be considered for the Winter/Spring/Summer quarters.

Adult Scholarships (18+)

Types of scholarships

  • Partial scholarships on the regular tuition (pre-sale discounts do not apply).
  • Full scholarships may be awarded on a case-by-case basis.

Eligibility Requirements

  • Must be a Washington state resident
  • Must be a AFSeattle member or become one at the time of enrollment

How to Apply

  • An updated resume (adults only).
  • A letter of motivation/interest stating why you are a good candidate for a scholarship and what you plan to do with the education you receive, and/or explaining your family situation. The letter can be submitted in English or French.
  • The course(s) you wish to apply for.

When to Apply

  • Applications are continuously open. You may apply for a course that is currently open for registration or for any upcoming quarter.

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