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GrantMaryland 2026-27 Workforce Shortage Student Assistance Grant — Healthcare & Human Services Fields
Atlas Opportunity Score89/100
FundingMaryland community college: $2,000 per year full-time or $1,000 part-time. Maryland four-year institution: $4,000 per year full-time or $2,000 part-time. Awards may renew for up to five years while eligibility and satisfactory academic progress continue.
DeadlineOctober 15, 2026; 2026-27 application is open through the MHEC One App in MDCAPS; MHEC does not state a closing clock time on the current program page
Required next actionConfirm Maryland residency, enrollment at an eligible two-year or four-year Maryland college or university, degree-seeking status in an eligible shortage-field major, and the applicable post-graduation service obligation. Complete the MHEC One App through MDCAPS and submit any major-specific documentation by October 15, 2026. Filing the FAFSA is not required for basic eligibility, but MHEC uses financial need within GPA groupings when ordering awards, so applicants seeking need-based priority should ensure the FAFSA is on file.
Current statusActive — 2026-27 application open through October 15, 2026; MHEC does not state a closing clock time on the current program pageSource verificationSeptember 27, 2026Tracked applicant typesCollege or University Student
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