Parenting Student Resource Program
The Parenting Student Resource Program at UW Bothell is specifically designed to support the needs of students who are parents or caregivers and uplift them as they complete their degree.
Child Care Assistance Program
Child care assistance for UW Bothell parenting students
The Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) provides assistance to UW Bothell students in covering the costs of licensed childcare for their children (newborn – 12 years old) while enrolled in an eligible program of study. This award is funded by the UWB Services & Activities Fee.
To learn more and apply for Child Care Assistance, please see the Application Process web page.
UW WorkLife
University of Washington’s WorkLife Office is a resource for both UW employees and students to help navigate challenges around your life outside of UW. Our resources are designed to provide you with the resources and information you need to thrive both at work and in your personal life. Some UW WorkLife offerings that are available to student parents include:
- Priority enrollment and tuition discounts at KinderCare and Bright Horizons child care centers
- Sittercity membership to help families search for caregivers (with free basic background checks)
- Backup care for both in-home and center based care for occasions when your regular care arrangements fall through
Check out WorkLife Programming At A Glance or the UW WorkLife’s website for more information about these programs and other resources!
Lactation and Changing Spaces
If you are a nursing or pumping parent attending school, we provide on-site lactation stations. All lactation stations provide a private, secure, clean space for you to feed your baby or express milk.
For more information and locations for lactation stations and changing stations, please visit Campus Lactation Stations – Planning & Administration (uwb.edu).
- For specific parenting student lactation space concerns, please contact uwparentingstudents@uw.edu
Parenting Pantry
When families are able to meet basic needs such as food, housing, and medical care, parents and other caregivers experience less stress, which allows them to provide the critical support that children need to grow into healthy, productive adults. To help support parenting students, the Husky Pantry often offers small amount of diapers, formula, clothing, and other supplies.
Interested in donating? Contact us at uwparentingstudent@uw.edu.
Need Help Finding Child Care?
We understand that child care can provide a safe, supportive place for children while parents are taking classes, allowing you to focus on being a student. Unfortunately, affordable child care can be difficult to find. Did you know the Seattle area ranks 7th highest in the country for child care costs?
- Child Care Aware: has resources for both finding child care and tips for how to pay.
- Child Care Check: allows you to search for licensed care providers and view their WA State Dept. of Children, Family, and Youth license (along with any inspection reports or complaints)
- 211: A comprehensive database of community resources, including child care and diaper assistance programs.
Still need more assistance? Contact the Parenting Student Support Program Manager at uwparentingstudents@uw.edu, or our Basic Needs Resource Navigator at hawrc@uw.edu.