MassGrant
The MASSGrant program provides need-based financial assistance to undergraduate students who reside in Massachusetts and who are enrolled in and pursuing a program of higher education in any approved public or independent college, university, school of nursing or any other approved institution furnishing a program of higher education.
Eligibility
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In order to be eligible for MassGrant you must fit the following criteria:
- Have an Expected Family Contribution (EFC) between $0-$5081.
- Be a permanent legal resident of Massachusetts.
- Be a United States citizen or eligible noncitizen.
- Be enrolled full time (at least 12 credits or its equivalent).
- Be enrolled in a certificate, associate or bachelor's degree program.
- Not have received a prior bachelor's degree or its equivalent.
- Be in compliance with Selective Service Registration requirements.
- Be eligible for Title IV financial aid, not be in default of any Federal or State loan or owe a refund on any previously received financial aid.
- Demonstrate financial aid need as determined by the Federal Methodology need analysis criteria.
- Be maintaining satisfactory academic progress in accordance with institutional and federal standards.
How to Apply:
The first step, like many of the other grant programs, is to fill out the FAFSA. Â You must submit your FAFSA application before to May 1st to be considered for MassGrant.