Maryland Community College Promise Scholarship
Scholarship Sponsored by Maryland Higher Education Commission
Introduction
The Maryland Community College Promise Scholarship is a last-dollar award for the 2025–2026 academic year for students attending a Maryland community college. Qualified recipients may receive up to $5,000 to cover any remaining tuition and required fee balances after applicable federal and state financial aid has been applied.
Who is eligible
- Maryland high school graduates or individuals with a GED who qualify for in-state tuition.
- Students planning to enroll or already enrolled (full- or part-time) at a Maryland community college in one of the following:
- A credit-bearing vocational certificate, certificate, or associate degree program
- A sequence of credit or non-credit courses that leads to professional licensure or certification
- A registered apprenticeship program
How to apply
1. Complete either the FAFSA or the MHEC One App (use MHEC One App if you are not eligible to file a FAFSA).
2. Contact your local Maryland community college to submit any additional institutional application materials and to confirm next steps.
Application deadline
- The filing deadline for the 2025–2026 academic year is April 1, 2026.
Required documentation
After submitting the FAFSA or MHEC One App, applicants must provide specific documents directly to their community college for consideration. Colleges will inform applicants which items are needed and how to submit them.
GPA & GED requirements for initial applicants
Initial applicants must meet the scholarship’s GPA or GED-related standards; details and documentation requirements (for example, transcripts or GED certificates) will be requested by the college during review.
If you need help completing the FAFSA or MHEC One App or determining which documents your college requires, contact the financial aid office at the community college you plan to attend.