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E-Bulletin: Grants

Did you know that you might be eligible for grants and scholarships through your state? Browse by your state of residence:

• Maryland
• Washington, D.C.
• Other States

Maryland Residents

• Legislative Scholarships
  
  The Maryland Office of Student Financial Assistance administers legislative scholarships. State senators and delegates make awards to both undergraduate and graduate students.
  
  Senatorial scholarships range from $400 to $2000 per academic year. Delegate scholarships range from $200 up to your cost of attendance as determined by your school. Deadline dates vary and you may be required to complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and a separate scholarship application. If a FAFSA is required, you may complete and submit your FAFSA online at www.fafsa.ed.gov. For priority consideration your FAFSA should be submitted no later than March 1 each year.
  
  Most legislative scholarships require full-time enrollment (12 credits per semester). If you plan to enroll less than full-time, you must obtain prior approval through the Maryland Office of Student Financial Assistance at 410-260-4565 or 1-800-974-1024.
  
  You may confirm who your senators are and the delegate for your district by going to http://mlis.state.md.us/. Select the "Find a Legislator" option. You should contact your senator or delegate office directly to inquire about specific eligibility requirements.
  
  You may also go to www.mhec.state.md.us to obtain a full listing of various scholarships and grants offered through the State of Maryland.

District of Columbia Residents

Good News for D.C. Residents

You can now apply for the DCTAG and LEAP programs online through a single application. Applications are available at www.seo.dc.gov. The priority deadline is generally in June each year. You may also call the State Education Office at 202-727-6436 for more information.

• D.C. Tuition Grant Program (DCTAG)
  This program allows D.C. residents to pay in-state tuition at all public universities anywhere in the U.S. In addition, DCTAG may also provide a $2,500 grant each academic year for those students who attend local colleges or historically black private colleges and universities.
  
  
• Leveraging Educational Assistance Partnership (LEAP)
  LEAP is a need-based grant available to D.C. residents for post secondary education. Since the LEAP grant is need-based you will be required to complete a FAFSA and provide a copy of your Student Aid Report (SAR). You may go to www.fafsa.ed.gov to complete and submit your FAFSA.
  

Other States

The U.S. Department of Education provides a full list of higher education agencies by state. Your state higher education agency is an invaluable resource. Contact your state's agency directly to inquire about scholarship and grant possibilities.