# Richard W. Collins III Leadership with Honor Scholarship

> 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/richard-w-collins-iii-leadership-with-honor-scholarship
- 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 Richard W. Collins III Leadership with Honor Scholarship is a state financial aid program administered by the Maryland Higher Education Commission. It is designed to assist eligible students who are pursuing their education at participating public or private higher education institutions in Maryland. 

To apply for this scholarship, United States citizens and eligible non-citizens must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Undocumented students are also eligible to apply for this program. To qualify, undocumented applicants must meet the specific non-resident tuition exemption requirements established under Maryland state education law. Instead of the FAFSA, undocumented students must submit their application online through the Maryland College Aid Processing Portal (MDCAPS) using the MHEC One App. 

Regardless of the application path, candidates must ensure that the application is completed by the established deadline for the specific program to be considered for funding.

## 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, 4-year college
- Undocumented students must meet the non-resident tuition exemption requirements under Maryland state education law to qualify.

## How to apply

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

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