Massachusetts Scholarships

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• Massachusetts Foster Child Grant Program

• Amount$30,000
• DeadlineJuly 1, 2025

The Foster Child Grant Program was funded by the Massachusetts Legislature in 2001. It provides grants of up to $6000 annually for foster children to help pay for an education beyond high school at any college or university throughout the continental United States. The grant recipient must have signed an agreement with the Department of Children and Families for care and services beyond age

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• John F. Moriarty Scholarship

• Amount$500
• DeadlineJuly 15, 2025

Applicants of the John F. Moriarty Scholarship must have been residents of Hampden or Hampshire County for at least five years and must have been admitted or to or already attending a certified law school. Applicants will be considered based on academic and extracurricular accomplishments to date and on a financial need. After review of all applications received, the finalists will be reviewed

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• David A. Ladizki Scholarship

• Amount$500
• DeadlineJuly 15, 2025

Applicants of the David A. Ladizki Scholarship must have been residents of Hampden or Hampshire County for at least five years and must have been admitted or to or already attending a certified law school. Applicants will be considered based on academic and extracurricular accomplishments to date and on a financial need. After review of all applications received, the finalists will be reviewed

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• Massachusetts High Demand Scholarship Program

• Amount$10,000
• DeadlineJuly 18, 2025

The Massachusetts High Demand Scholarship Program encourages degree completion in high demand disciplines that will help address the workforce needs of the Commonwealth by providing scholarship assistance to support the educational costs of students pursuing such programs of study. Applicants must be permanent legal residents of Massachusetts for at least one year prior to the opening of the

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• Worcester District Medical Society Scholarship

• Amount$4,000
• DeadlineSeptember 1, 2025

Applicants of the Worcester District Medical Society Scholarship must be legal resident of Central Massachusetts at the time of applying to medical school, be currently enrolled as a 2nd, 3rd or 4th year student, attending an accredited allopathic (MD) or osteopathic (DO) medical school (not on leave or in your gap year, in a degree program such as an MPH or PHD, or in a fellowship year at the

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• Paraprofessional Teacher Preparation Grant Program

• Amount$7,500
• DeadlineSeptember 1, 2025

The Paraprofessional Teacher Preparation Grant Program provides financial assistance to Massachusetts residents who are currently employed as paraprofessionals in Massachusetts public schools, but wish to become certified as full time teachers. This grant is designed to reduce their financial burden and help address the Commonwealth's current teacher shortage. Financial need is not a requirement

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• Early Childhood Educators Scholarship Program

• Amount$9,000
• DeadlineSeptember 1, 2025

The Early Childhood Educators Scholarship Program is designed to provide financial assistance for currently employed early childhood and out of school time educators and providers who enroll in an associate's, bachelor's or master's degree program in Early Childhood Education or related programs. The Early Childhood Educators Scholarship Program was funded as a pilot initiative by the Legislature

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• Francis Ouimet Scholarship Fund

• Amount$100,000
• DeadlineDecember 1, 2025

Scholar status is judged on academic achievement and potential leadership, including school and community activities, interviews, essays, motivation, character, integrity, golf service and various recommendations. Scholarship Details Four-year renewable scholarship. Scholar status is judged on academic achievement, leadership, and service to golf. Equal opportunity program that

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• Hagan Scholarship Foundation

• Amount$60,000
• DeadlineDecember 1, 2025

The Hagan Scholarship is a nationwide need-based merit scholarship, providing recipients with the opportunity to achieve their goals and graduate college debt-free. The scholarship provides $2,000 to help pay for essential items to attend college and up to $7,500 each semester for up to 8 consecutive semesters. Scholarship Details Need-based merit scholarship for high-achieving rural

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• Reading Community Singers Music Scholarship

• Amount$1,000
• DeadlineDecember 31, 2025

Reading Community Singers is a community chorus dedicated to sharing the love of music with people of all ages. As part of this commitment we support the advancement of music education by providing a scholarship to a student pursuing a career in music. The application process is open to any graduating high school senior or full time undergraduate student pursuing a major or minor in music.

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• NEBHE Tuition Break Program

• Amount$8,600
• DeadlineDecember 31, 2025

The New England Board of Higher Education’s (NEBHE) Tuition Break program, also known as the New England Regional Student Program (RSP), offers substantial tuition savings to residents of the six New England states. This program allows students to enroll in out-of-state public colleges and universities within New England at a reduced tuition rate for approved programs. Program

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• University of Minnesota National Scholarship

• Amount$60,000
• DeadlineJanuary 1, 2026

The University of Minnesota National Scholarship is for residents of any state, excluding Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Wisconsin. Incoming freshmen are considered for these scholarships based on an overall assessment of the application for admission. Full consideration for academic scholarships is given to students who submit a complete application for freshman admission by either

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• Paul Tsongas Scholarship

• AmountVaries
• DeadlineJanuary 2, 2026

The Paul Tsongas Scholarship is a merit-based program that rewards Massachusetts students with a grade point average (G.P.A.) of 3.75 and highly competitive Scholastic Aptitude Test (S.A.T.) scores of at least 1200 (or the American College Testing [A.C.T.] equivalent). Eligible students receive a waiver of tuition and mandatory fees at a Massachusetts state university. Scholarship

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• University of Alabama Out-of-State Merit Scholarships

• Amount$112,000
• DeadlineJanuary 10, 2026

The University of Alabama offers some of the most generous scholarship opportunities in the country for qualifying students. As a first-time freshman applicant, you must submit the following to be considered for admission to the university: an application for admission, and an official high school transcript. There is also an optional submission of official ACT or SAT test scores. To maximize

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• Mass Bay Scholarships

• Amount$2,000
• DeadlineJanuary 10, 2026

Every semester, thanks to the generosity of our donors, the MassBay Foundation awards thousands of dollars in scholarships to help students achieve their academic goals. Students are strongly encouraged to apply. For additional information or assistance, please visit us in the Development Office in Room 145 on the Wellesley Hills campus, contact us by email or call us. We are happy to hear from

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• TheDream.US Opportunity Scholarship

• Amount$80,000
• DeadlineJanuary 31, 2026

We believe in breaking down barriers to education, especially for those who face challenges due to their immigration status. Our Opportunity Scholarship is designed for undocumented students living in locked-out states, where accessing higher education seems like an insurmountable obstacle. If you find yourself in such a situation, we are here to open doors for you. Scholarship Details The

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• Posse Foundation Scholarship

• AmountVaries
• DeadlineJanuary 31, 2026

The Posse Scholarship recognizes outstanding high school students with full-tuition scholarships to attend one of Posse’s partner colleges or universities. This program identifies and supports young leaders who demonstrate academic potential and a commitment to teamwork and diversity, offering them the resources to thrive in college and beyond. Scholarship Details Full-tuition scholarship to

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• Princeton Prize in Race Relations (PPRR)

• Amount$2,500
• DeadlineJanuary 31, 2026

The Princeton Prize in Race Relations (PPRR) recognizes and rewards high school students who, through their volunteer activities, have undertaken significant efforts to advance racial equity and understanding in their schools or communities. PPRR operates through 28 Regional Committees and an at-large committee that accepts applications from high school students who live outside the geographic

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• Roothbert Fund Scholarships

• Amount$7,000
• DeadlineFebruary 1, 2026

The Roothbert Fund was established by Albert and Toni Roothbert to provide financial assistance to students whose daily actions are guided by spiritual values. Through its scholarship program, the Fund supports both undergraduate and graduate students pursuing education at accredited institutions in the United States. The Roothbert Fund operates as a volunteer organization based in New York City,

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• Simon Youth Greg Saunders Legacy Scholarship Program

• AmountVaries
• DeadlineFebruary 14, 2026

Each year, SYF awards up to $1 million in one-time and renewable Simon Youth Scholarships to high school students in every community that is home to a Simon Mall. Targeting first-generation college students and those with demonstrated financial need, the Simon Youth Scholarships program furthers the SYF commitment to extending educational opportunities to all students who want to learn,

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• Christian A. Herter Memorial Scholarship

• Amount$500
• DeadlineFebruary 15, 2026

The mission of the Massachusetts Office of Student Financial Assistance (OSFA) is to promote and enhance access to higher education by delivering quality student financial aid information and services to residents of the Commonwealth, and thus ensuring that they have an opportunity to enrich their lives and contribute to the economic development and social progress of the state. OSFA has a

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• GFWC Massachusetts Catherine E. Philbin Scholarship

• Amount$500
• DeadlineMarch 1, 2026

Since it was founded in 1890, the General Federation of Women's Clubs has been a unifying force, bringing together local women's clubs from around the country and throughout the world. Although there is considerable diversity in the ages, interests, and experiences of GFWC clubwomen, all are united by a dedication to community improvement through volunteer service. Throughout their generosity,

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• GFWC Massachusetts Pennies for Art Scholarship

• Amount$500
• DeadlineMarch 1, 2026

Since it was founded in 1890, the General Federation of Women's Clubs has been a unifying force, bringing together local women's clubs from around the country and throughout the world. Although there is considerable diversity in the ages, interests, and experiences of GFWC clubwomen, all are united by a dedication to community improvement through volunteer service. Throughout their generosity,

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• Tall Clubs International Student Scholarships

• Amount$2,000
• DeadlineMarch 1, 2026

Tall Clubs International Foundation awards annual scholarships to deserving High School Seniors in North America (United States and Canada only). TCI Foundation receives scholarship nominations from Tall Club International’s local member clubs and members-at-large across North America. From this pool of nominations, the recipients are selected to receive a scholarship award from Tall Clubs

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• GFWC Massachusetts Memorial Education Scholarship for Graduate Studies

• Amount$3,000
• DeadlineMarch 1, 2026

Since it was founded in 1890, the General Federation of Women's Clubs has been a unifying force, bringing together local women's clubs from around the country and throughout the world. Although there is considerable diversity in the ages, interests, and experiences of GFWC clubwomen, all are united by a dedication to community improvement through volunteer service. Throughout their generosity,