# MassReconnect

> Amount varies from Massachusetts Department of Higher Education (OSFA). Rolling deadline.

- Edition: Data verified Nov 2026 · CollegesRef 2026–27 edition
- Page: https://www.collegesref.com/scholarships/massreconnect
- Provider: Massachusetts Department of Higher Education (OSFA) (State)
- Award: Amount varies
- Deadline: Rolling deadline
- State list: https://www.collegesref.com/scholarships/state/ma
- Official page: https://www.mass.edu/osfa/programs/massreconnect.asp
- Last verified by CollegesRef: Nov 6, 2026

## About this scholarship

MassReconnect is a state-funded financial aid program administered by the Massachusetts Department of Higher Education Office of Student Financial Assistance. The initiative is designed for Massachusetts residents who are at least 25 years old and have lived in the state for at least one year. To qualify, applicants must not have previously earned a bachelor's degree. Students must enroll in an eligible certificate or associate degree program at a Massachusetts community college, maintaining a course load of at least six credits per term. 

The program operates as a last-dollar grant, meaning it covers the remaining cost of tuition and fees after other financial aid has been applied. To be considered for this funding, students must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. Those who are ineligible to submit the FAFSA due to their citizenship status must complete the Massachusetts Application for State Financial Aid instead. Applicants must also satisfy all standard financial aid verification requirements to secure funding.

## Who can apply

- Residents of: MA
- Education level: Undergraduate
- Year: College 1st year, College 2nd year
- Citizenship: U.S. citizen, Eligible noncitizen, DACA or state Dream Act student
- College types: 2-year college, Public college
- Targeted at students age 25 and older. Must be enrolled in at least 6 credits per term in an eligible certificate or associate degree program at a Massachusetts community college. Must have resided in Massachusetts for at least one year. Cannot have already earned a bachelor's degree.

## How to apply

Complete and submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), or fill out the Massachusetts Application for State Financial Aid (MASFA) if you are ineligible to complete the FAFSA.

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