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Top Massachusetts Scholarships in 2021
If you plan on attending college in the “Bay State,” you might benefit from checking out some Massachusetts scholarships to help pay your way. With seaside views, historical landmarks and the charming city of Boston, you couldn’t find a better place to spend your college years than Massachusetts!
Jump ahead to:
- Top Massachusetts scholarships
- Frequently asked questions
- Resources for Massachusetts students
- Summary of Massachusetts scholarships
- Upcoming scholarships
Keep on reading to find the perfect Massachusetts scholarships that match your student profile!
Top Massachusetts scholarships in 2021
LSP Association Scholarship
- Eligibility: Student at a Massachusetts college or university pursuing a major that’s consistent with becoming an LSP or Environment Professional
- Amount: $5,000
- Deadline: April 23, 2021
Fisher Cats Foundation Scholarship
- Eligibility: High school senior athlete in New Hampshire or Massachusetts planning to enroll in a higher education institution
- Amount: $5,000
- Deadline: April 23, 2021
SENEDIA Scholarship
- Eligibility: Undergraduate student residing in Southeastern New England in their second year of study in a STEM field at an accredited US institution
- Amount: $1,500
- Deadline: April 30, 2021
Massachusetts Public Service Grant
- Eligibility: Student at a Massachusetts institution whose parent or spouse was killed or went missing in the line of public service duty in Massachusetts
- Amount: Varies
- Deadline: May 1, 2021
FMC Skaters Scholarship
- Eligibility: Student living in New England who skates at an FMC arena
- Amount: Varies
- Deadline: May 1, 2021
Stephen Phillips Memorial Scholarship
- Eligibility: High school student with financial need who displays a commitment to serving others, a strong work ethic and leadership qualities
- Amount: Ranges from $3,000 to $17,000 per year
- Deadline: May 3, 2021
Full Circle Scholarship
- Eligibility: Native American U.S. citizen enrolled as a full-time student with a minimum 2.0 GPA
- Amount: Varies
- Deadline: May 31, 2021
Massachusetts Youth Soccer Student Scholarship
- Eligibility: High school senior who participated in Massachusetts Youth Soccer for at least the past two years and plans to a higher education institution
- Amount: $1,000
- Deadline: June 1, 2021
KASF Northeastern Region Scholarship
- Eligibility: Full-time undergraduate of Korean heritage with a minimum 3.0 GPA at a school in the Northwestern region
- Amount: Varies
- Deadline: June 30, 2021
The Francis Ouimet Scholarship Fund
- Eligibility: Undergraduate or high school senior who’s performed a minimum of two years of service at any golf course in Massachusetts
- Amount: Ranges from $1,500 to $15,000 per year
- Deadline: December 1, 2021
Paul Tsongas Scholarship
- Eligibility: Student with a minimum 1200 SAT and 3.75 GPA at an eligible institution in Massachusetts who demonstrates financial need
- Amount: Varies
- Deadline: Varies
Gilbert Matching Student Grant Program
- Eligibility: Full-time student living in Massachusetts who demonstrates financial need
- Amount: Ranges from $200 to $2500 per year
- Deadline: Varies
Massachusetts Part-Time Grant Program
- Eligibility: Student enrolled in 6-12 credits per academic term at an institution in Massachusetts
- Amount: $200 minimum
- Deadline: Varies
Resources for Massachusetts students
FAFSA Guide
The FAFSA opens nationwide on October 1st of every year. For priority consideration as a Massachusetts student, make sure you submit your application by midnight CT, May 1. Our handy guide features useful tips for completing the FAFSA, so be sure to read it!
Frequently asked questions about Massachusetts scholarships
Can you get a full-ride scholarship to MIT?
MIT only grants financial aid based on individual need, so you can’t earn scholarships through achievements or merit. However, a fair proportion of MIT students end up getting free tuition through need-based factors like household income.
Summary of scholarships
- LSP Association Scholarship
- Fisher Cats Foundation Scholarship
- SENEDIA Scholarship
- Massachusetts Public Service Grant
- FMC Skaters Scholarship
- Stephen Phillips Memorial Scholarship
- Full Circle Scholarship
- Massachusetts Youth Soccer Student Scholarship
- KASF Northeastern Region Scholarship
- The Francis Ouimet Scholarship Fund
- Paul Tsongas Scholarship
- Gilbert Matching Student Grant Program
- Massachusetts Part-Time Grant Program
Upcoming Massachusetts scholarships
Early Childhood Educators Scholarship Program
- Eligibility: Early childhood educator living in Massachusetts who’s pursuing a degree in Early Childhood Education or a related program
- Amount: Varies
