Maine Tuition Waiver for Foster Children

Finance Authority of Maine (FAME)

Amount: Full tuition waiver (Maine public universities)
Deadline: Varies by institution
Level: undergraduate
Renewable: Yes

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About

This program provides a full tuition waiver at Maine public universities for eligible students who were in foster care.

Eligibility

  • Citizenship: US
  • GPA: Varies by institution
  • Demographic: foster-youth
  • Maine resident
  • In foster care on or after 16th birthday
  • Attend a Maine public university

Required Materials

  • FAFSA
  • Proof of foster care status

Timeline

Contact the financial aid office at your chosen Maine public university for application details.

Tips

Work closely with your college's financial aid office and provide all necessary documentation regarding your foster care history.