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Source review: Oct 13, 2026

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Fee & tuition waiversProgramState program · MA

Massachusetts public community colleges

MassEducate / MassReconnect — Free Community College

Tuition and fees covered at Massachusetts public community colleges for eligible students.

FROM INFORMATION TO ACTION

How to apply

Complete FAFSA or MASFA as applicable, apply for admission and enroll in an eligible program.

  1. 01

    Complete FAFSA or MASFA as applicable, apply for admission and enroll in an eligible program.

Official source & instructions

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

Geographic coverage

MA; the organization confirms the service area and applicable requirements.

  • MA

What it offers

Last-dollar tuition and fee coverage; some students receive help with books and materials.

Award amount or benefit

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Who it is for

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Published eligibility requirements

One year of physical residency, diploma or equivalent, eligible status, at least six credits and satisfactory progress. MassEducate: no bachelor's degree; MassReconnect: age 25+ with no associate or bachelor's degree.

Income requirements

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Academic requirements & grade level

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Residency requirements

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

FAFSA requirements

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Citizenship restrictions, if applicable

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Documents requested

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Renewal information

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Contact information

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Sources & verification

Verification status
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Source review
Oct 13, 2026
Added to this catalog
Oct 13, 2026
Last updated
Oct 13, 2026

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