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Scholarships & grantsProgramState program · MA

Massachusetts Office of Student Financial Assistance

Foster Child Grant

Help for youth who were in DCF custody.

FROM INFORMATION TO ACTION

How to apply

Contact OSFA or DCF caseworker.

Official source & instructions

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

Geographic coverage

Massachusetts

  • MA

What it offers

Support for postsecondary studies at eligible institutions in the continental United States.

Award amount or benefit

Up to $6,000 per course for up to five consecutive years.

Who it is for

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Published eligibility requirements

Under 25 years of age at the beginning of the course, custody by Care and Protection Petition, voluntary service agreement and at least 12 credits.

Income requirements

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Academic requirements & grade level

Satisfactory academic progress.

Residency requirements

Physical residence in Massachusetts for at least one year, or approved eligibility under Tuition Equity.

FAFSA requirements

FAFSA or MASFA for those who cannot file FAFSA.

Citizenship restrictions, if applicable

U.S. citizenship, permanent residence, Title IV eligibility, or Massachusetts approved status.

Documents requested

Services agreement with DCF.

Renewal information

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Contact information

OSFA: 617-391-6070.

Sources & verification

Latest source review · Oct 8, 2026

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Verification status
Partially reviewed
Last verification
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Added to this catalog
Oct 8, 2026
Last updated
Oct 8, 2026
Original resource ID
BTL-0201

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