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Scholarships & grantsProgramState program · MD

Maryland Higher Education Commission

Workforce Shortage Student Assistance Grant

Help with employment obligation in fields of labor shortage.

FROM INFORMATION TO ACTION

How to apply

One-App application and documentation indicated by specialty.

Application · official site

Applications are handled by the provider. Confirm the current cycle and exact requirements on its website.

Geographic coverage

Maryland

  • MD

What it offers

Educational aid based on merit and need.

Award amount or benefit

Community college $2,000 full/$1,000 partial; university $4,000 full/$2,000 partial.

Who it is for

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Published eligibility requirements

Approved program/field, minimum enrollment according to level and satisfactory progress. It includes health, education, social work and public service.

Income requirements

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Academic requirements & grade level

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Residency requirements

Maryland; also father if dependent.

FAFSA requirements

Optional; influences priority by necessity.

Citizenship restrictions, if applicable

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Documents requested

File for classification by GPA.

Renewal information

Up to five years meeting criteria; field-specific labor obligation.

Contact information

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Sources & verification

Latest source review · Oct 8, 2026

Consult institutional changes; the cycle indicated by MHEC is preserved.

Verification status
Verified
Last verification
Oct 8, 2026
Added to this catalog
Oct 8, 2026
Last updated
Oct 8, 2026
Original resource ID
BTL-0191

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