Scholarship Description
Who Is Eligible?
To be eligible for a Valedictorian Program Tuition Waiver, a student must:
Be designated by a public or private high school in the state as a valedictorian.
Enroll in a degree program at a public higher education institution in the Commonwealth and meet the eligibility criteria as established by institution, for this program.
Be a permanent legal resident of Massachusetts for at least one year prior to the opening of the academic year.
Be in compliance with applicable law regarding Selective Service Registration.
Not be in default of any Federal or State Student Loans or owe a refund for any previous financial aid received.
File a current year Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
Eligible Institutions
An institution within the system of public higher education under Section 5 of Chapter 15A of the General Laws.
Award Amounts
Students eligible for the Valedictorian Program Tuition Waiver are entitled to a tuition waiver equal to 100% to attend any public higher education institution.
How Do I Apply?
Contact the financial aid office at the institution you are attending or plan to attend, for application requirements or deadlines. You can also contact the Massachusetts Office of Student Financial Assistance at (617) 391-6070 to obtain more information.
Year of Need: College Freshman,
Type: Merit Based
Num Awards: Multiple
Min Award:
Max Award: Full Tuition
Deadline: 2025-12-31
Sponsoring Organization
Massachusetts Office of Student Financial Assistance
454 Broadway, Suite 200
Revere, MA 02151
Contact Person:
Phone: (617) 391-6070
Fax: (617) 727-0667
Web: http://www.osfa.mass.edu/
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