# Part Time 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/part-time-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 Part Time Grant, administered by the Maryland Higher Education Commission, provides financial assistance to students pursuing postsecondary education on a part-time basis. To qualify, applicants must attend an eligible public or private higher education institution in Maryland. Undocumented students are eligible to apply for this state aid program, provided they meet the specific non-resident tuition exemption requirements established under Maryland state education law. 

The application process varies depending on the student's citizenship status. U.S. citizens and eligible non-citizens, such as permanent residents, must submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to be considered. Undocumented students must instead complete the MHEC One App online through the Maryland College Aid Processing Portal (MDCAPS). The application must be completed by the established deadline for the specific program. Recipients of this grant are selected and notified directly by their respective higher education institutions, and awards must be accepted online through the MDCAPS portal within two weeks of notification.

## 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

Submit the state financial aid application online through the Maryland College Aid Processing Portal.

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