# Guaranteed Access Grant

> Amount varies from Maryland Higher Education Commission. The application must be completed by the established deadline for the specific program..

- Edition: Data verified Nov 2026 · CollegesRef 2026–27 edition
- Page: https://www.collegesref.com/scholarships/guaranteed-access-grant
- Provider: Maryland Higher Education Commission (State)
- Award: Amount varies
- Deadline: The application must be completed by the established deadline for the specific program.
- State list: https://www.collegesref.com/scholarships/state/md
- Official page: https://mhec.maryland.gov/Pages/MHEC%20One%20App%20FAQs.aspx
- Last verified by CollegesRef: Nov 6, 2026

## About this scholarship

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.

## Who can apply

- Residents of: MD
- Education level: Undergraduate
- Year: College 1st year, College 2nd year, College 3rd year, College 4th year
- Citizenship: U.S. citizen, Eligible noncitizen, DACA or state Dream Act student
- College types: Public college, Private college, 2-year college, 4-year college
- Undocumented students must meet the non-resident tuition exemption requirements under Maryland state education law to qualify.

## How to apply

Apply online by completing the state financial aid application through the Maryland College Aid Processing Portal.

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