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- Jan 10, 2027
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Maryland Higher Education Commission · State program
Data verified Nov 2026 · CollegesRef 2026–27 edition
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The application must be completed by the established deadline for the specific program.
Checked against the official page on Nov 6, 2026.
The Guaranteed Access Grant is a state financial aid program administered by the Maryland Higher Education Commission. It is designed to assist eligible students with the cost of attending participating public or private higher education institutions in Maryland.
To apply, United States citizens and eligible non-citizens must submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Undocumented students are also eligible to apply for this grant using the MHEC One App, which is completed online through the Maryland College Aid Processing Portal. To qualify, undocumented applicants must meet the specific non-resident tuition exemption requirements established under Maryland state education law.
Because funding is contingent on state budget availability, applicants must ensure they submit all required materials on time. The application must be completed by the established deadline for the specific program. Once awards are announced, recipients must actively accept their funding online through their student portal within the designated timeframe to prevent cancellation.
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