Renton Technical College offers direct support to students through our Student Benefits Navigators, located in the Learning Resource & Career Center (Room C-102b). We assist students in accessing on- and off-campus resources that promote educational success and personal well-being. This includes referrals to Workforce Education programs and connections to essential basic needs services such as food, housing, healthcare, and more. Services are free and available to all Renton Technical College students.
Services include:
- Paying for College: Help completing the FAFSA/WASFA, scholarships, Emergency Grant, and other free tuition programs.
- Benefits Access: Benefits Access: Get help signing up for public benefits like a reduced transit fare (ORCA LIFT), food resources including Basic Food (SNAP/EBT/Food Stamps), health insurance, and more.
- Food Access: Learn about access to RTC’s food pantry and other local resources.
- Resources: Referrals to campus and community resources tailored to your needs.
- Housing Support: Referrals to housing and utility resources, including our Student Resources Case Manager.
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