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Community College Nursing Scholarship
Massachusetts Department of Higher Education
A last-dollar scholarship covering tuition, fees, books, and supplies for students in nursing programs at Massachusetts public community colleges — built to expand access to the nursing workforce.
Who should apply
Students entering or enrolled in a nursing program at a Massachusetts community college who need help covering remaining tuition, fees, and books.
Eligibility
MA residents (1+ year) enrolled in a nursing program at a public MA community college, no prior associate/bachelor's degree, with a balance after other aid. FAFSA/MASFA required.
What you get
- Last-dollar funding for tuition, fees, books, and supplies up to the Cost of Attendance, renewable across the program
What the application involves
- FAFSA or MASFA
- Enrollment in a public MA community college nursing program
- Contact your college financial-aid office
Application tips
- File the FAFSA/MASFA first, then ask your community college financial-aid office about this program.
- It's last-dollar, so apply for other grants first to maximize total aid.
- Maintain satisfactory academic progress to renew.
Good to know
An accessible entry point for first-generation and low-income students starting healthcare careers through community college nursing.
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