State Scholarships and Grants

Students attending Wor-Wic Community College may be eligible for one or more of the many state scholarships and grants available through the Maryland Higher Education Commission (MHEC).

Wor-Wic Community College students (and their parent/s if applicable) must be Maryland residents to receive scholarships and grants from MHEC. Applicants must be enrolled in a two-year degree program. Requirements vary depending upon the specific program. Programs are outlined below and are also found at the MHEC website. Click on each below grant or scholarship for additional program information.

Students must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by March 1 of each year to qualify for MHEC scholarships and grants.

To renew MHEC scholarships and grants, students must maintain satisfactory academic progress (SAP) and submit the FAFSA no later than March 1 each year.

Educational Assistance (EA) Grant

For more information, refer to the EA Grant website.

Who May Apply:	Students planning to enroll as full-time (12+ credits a semester), degree-seeking undergraduates.
How to Apply:	Complete the FAFSA no later than March 1.
Eligibility:	Awards are based on need. Students with the lowest Expected Family Contribution (EFC) are awarded first.
Award Amount:	Award amounts range from a minimum of $400 to a maximum of $3,000 based on need. If a student is offered and accepts certain other state scholarships, their EA Grant may be re-calculated.

Guaranteed Access (GA) Grant

For more information, refer to the GA Grant website.

Who May Apply:	High school seniors who have, or will have, completed a college preparatory program.
How to Apply:	Complete the FAFSA and the GA Grant application no later than March 1. Applications received after the deadline will be considered as long as funds remain available. GA Grant applications are available at high school guidance offices and must be signed by a guidance counselor.
Eligibility:	Students must enroll as a full-time (12+ credits a semester) degree-seeking undergraduate. Applicants must have a minimum, unweighted cumulative 2.5 grade point average. Students must also meet specific income requirements. These change yearly. Refer to the MHEC website for the most up to date information.
Award Amount:	The amount of the GA Grant equals 100% of financial need, ranging from a minimum of $400 up to a maximum amount which changes annually.

Part-Time Grant

For more information, refer to the Part-Time Grant website.

Who May Apply:	Part-time (6-11 credits), degree-seeking undergraduates and high school students who are simultaneously enrolled in Wor-Wic Community College (dual enrolled students).
How to Apply:	Complete the FAFSA by March 1. Contact the Financial Aid office and ask to be considered for the Part-Time Grant.
Eligibility:	Eligibility is based on financial need as determined by the FAFSA. All majors are eligible.
Award Amount:	The minimum Part-Time Grant award is $200 and the maximum is $1,500 based on availability of funds.

Senatorial Scholarship

For more information, refer to the Senatorial Scholarship website.

Who May Apply:	High School seniors or degree-seeking undergraduates planning to enroll full-time (12+ credits) or part-time (6-11 credits).
How to Apply:	Complete the FAFSA no later than March 1. Students must also contact their state senator for additional application procedures. The name of the student’s senator may be found at Maryland Elected Officials.
Eligibility:	Students must demonstrate financial need as determined by the FAFSA. Each senator may apply additional eligibility requirements.
Award Amount:	The minimum annual award amount is $400.

Delegate Scholarship

For more information, refer to the Delegate Scholarship website.

Who May Apply:	High School seniors or degree-seeking undergraduates planning to enroll full-time (12+ credits) or part-time (6-11 credits).
How to Apply:	Complete the FAFSA no later than March 1. Students must also contact their state delegate for additional application procedures. The name of the student’s delegate may be found at Maryland Elected Officials.
Eligibility:	Each delegate determines eligibility requirements.
Award Amount:	The minimum annual award amount is $200.

Workforce Shortage Student Assistance Grant Program

For more information, refer to the Workforce Shortage Student Assistance Grant Program website.

This grant program encompasses several occupational majors as noted below. Additional information may be found by clicking each program. Applications are required by July 1st.

Below is a general overview of the Workforce Shortage Student Assistance Grant Program. More detailed information and specific applicant requirements for each program may be found on the Workforce Shortage Student Assistance Grant Program website.

Who May Apply:	Students who are full-time (12+ credits) and part-time (6-11 credits), degree-seeking undergraduates.
How to Apply:	To be considered for financial need, complete the FAFSA by March 1 of the application year. The FAFSA is not required; however, it will be used to determine the order in which students will be awarded. Certain majors may require additional documentation which will be noted on the specific program application.
When to Apply:	Complete the FAFSA by March 1. Complete the Workforce Shortage Student Assistance Grant application by July 1.
Eligible Majors:	Eligible majors and employment fields for each academic year will be listed on the Workforce Shortage Student Assistance Grant application.
Eligibility:	The student and parent/s (if a dependent student) must be Maryland residents. Students must be enrolled full-time (12+ credits) or part-time (6-11 credits).
Award Amount:	Award amounts are set at the statutory minimum and are based on the type of institution and the student’s enrollment status.
Service Obligation:	Student’s must sign and return a promissory note agreeing to begin fulfillment of their service obligation in the employment field for which the award was received within one year of completing their degree.