# Allegany County Opportunity Merit Scholarship Award

> $1,000 or more from Allegany College of Maryland. Deadline Mar 31, 2027.

- Edition: Data verified Nov 2026 · CollegesRef 2026–27 edition
- Page: https://www.collegesref.com/scholarships/allegany-county-opportunity-merit-scholarship-award
- Provider: Allegany College of Maryland (College)
- Award: $1,000 or more
- Deadline: Deadline Mar 31, 2027
- State list: https://www.collegesref.com/scholarships/state/md
- College: [Allegany College of Maryland](https://www.collegesref.com/college/allegany-college-of-maryland-37)
- Official page: https://www.allegany.edu/scholarships/allegany-co-scholarships.html
- Last verified by CollegesRef: Nov 6, 2026

## About this scholarship

The Allegany County Opportunity Merit Scholarship Award is a financial aid program offered by Allegany College of Maryland. This scholarship is designed for local students who have maintained a residency in Allegany County, Maryland, for at least three years. To qualify, applicants must demonstrate academic achievement by holding at least a 3.0 grade point average. The selection committee gives special consideration to students who plan to transfer to Frostburg State University after completing their studies at the college. 

To apply for the scholarship, students must submit the online scholarship application provided by the college foundation. While the program is merit-based, completing the FAFSA is a standard step for institutional aid consideration. The priority deadline to submit the application for this merit award is March 31st, though the college may review late applications if funding remains available. Recipients of this award receive $1,000 or more to help cover their educational expenses.

## Who can apply

- Residents of: MD
- Education level: Undergraduate
- Year: College 1st year, College 2nd year
- Minimum GPA: 3
- College types: 2-year college, Public college
- Must be a resident of Allegany County, Maryland, for at least three years. Special consideration is given to students planning to transfer to Frostburg State University.

## How to apply

Complete the online scholarship application provided by Allegany College of Maryland.

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