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MASSGrant & MASSGrant Plus
Massachusetts Department of Higher Education
A need-based grant for low-income Massachusetts residents enrolled full-time as undergraduates at a MA college; the companion MASSGrant Plus expands aid to families earning up to $100,000.
Who should apply
Low-income Massachusetts residents starting or continuing full-time undergraduate study at a Massachusetts institution.
Eligibility
MA residents (1+ year) with demonstrated financial need, enrolled full-time in an undergraduate program, no prior bachelor's degree. Determined by FAFSA/MASFA.
What you get
- Need-based grant toward tuition and fees that does not need to be repaid (amount varies by need and institution)
What the application involves
- FAFSA or MASFA
- Full-time enrollment at a MA institution
- Demonstrated financial need
Application tips
- File the FAFSA/MASFA before the May 1 priority deadline.
- Reapply every year to keep the grant.
- Pair with MASSGrant Plus, which expands aid to families earning up to $100,000.
Good to know
No separate application beyond the FAFSA/MASFA. MASSGrant Plus can cover remaining tuition and fees for full-time students from families earning up to $100,000.
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