Alternative Education Scholarships

Howard P. Rawlings Guaranteed Access (GA) Grant

Who may apply: High school seniors who have, or will have, completed a college preparatory program.

How to apply: Students are encouraged to complete and file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) as well as the GA Grant application (http://www.mhec.state.md.us/financialAid/Applications/2007-2008/07GAG.pdf) by March 1. Applications received after the deadline will be considered as long as funds remain available. The FAFSA is available at www.fafsa.ed.gov. Students should also complete the 2007-2008 Alternative Education Scholarship Application Packet.

Eligibility: Students must enroll at a 2-year or 4-year public or independent college or university in Maryland as a fulltime, (12 + credits a semester) degree seeking undergraduate. Applicants must have a minimum, unweighted cumulative 2.5 high school grade point average.

Students must also meet specific income requirements. These change yearly, so please refer to MHEC’s website (www.mhec.state.md.us) for the most up to date information. (For example, academic year 2007-2008 – family of 4 maximum family income equals $26,000).

Award amount: The amount of the GA Grant equals 100% of financial need, ranging from a minimum of $400 up to a maximum amount of $14,800. (If a student is offered and accepts certain other State scholarships, your GA Grant may be recalculated).

Application deadline: FAFSA and GA Grant application must be completed by March 1, 2008.
Submit Alternative Education Scholarship Application Packet by April 3, 2008 to:
Office of Alternative Education
Attention: Vicky Ciulla
9610 Pulaski Park Drive Suite 219
Baltimore, Maryland 21220