26th District Senatorial Scholarship
About:
Maryland Senatorial Scholarships are offered to Maryland residents through the Maryland Higher Education Commission and distributed through Senators in each District. Full-time, part-time, and current high school seniors who plan to pursue post-secondary education in a Maryland college, university, or private career school. All who meet these requirements are welcomed and encouraged to apply.
For more information on statewide financial aid opportunities and resources visit the Maryland Higher Education Commission.
Eligibility Information:
Audited courses cannot be used to reach the minimum credit hours required for full-time or part-time status. If this is a renewal scholarship, once awarded you will receive the awarded amount as long as you continue to meet the eligibility requirements.
This scholarship cannot be used at an out-of-state school unless your major is not offered at a school in Maryland and is, therefore, considered a ‘unique’ major. Please complete the Unique Major application. Email: legislative.mhec@maryland.gov
Students who are full-time, and then become part-time students will experience a reduction in their award. If you received a Senatorial Scholarship in 2024-2025, you will automatically receive a scholarship from Senator Muse for the following year as long as you meet all eligibility requirements.
How to Apply:
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Step 1: In order to be eligible for the Senatorial Scholarship, you will need to fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) through the U.S. Department of Education (due on March 1). If you are not yet an American citizen, check the Maryland State Financial Aid Application for more information on accessing financial aid.
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Step 2: Create an account on Maryland Higher Education Commission, the administrator of state scholarships by visiting: https://mdcaps.mhec.state.md.us
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Step 3: Fill out the Scholarship Application Form by clicking here.
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Applications are due by May 20, 2024.
*Note: Applicants may be required to have a GMAIL account