Massachusetts Foster Child Tuition Waiver

Massachusetts Office of Student Financial Assistance (OSFA)

Amount: $15,000
Deadline: Varies by institution
Level: undergraduate
Renewable: Yes

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About

This waiver provides free tuition and fees at Massachusetts public colleges and universities for eligible students who are or were in the foster care system in the Commonwealth.

Eligibility

  • Citizenship: US
  • Demographic: foster youth
  • Must be a Massachusetts resident
  • Current or former foster child of the Commonwealth
  • Attend a Massachusetts public college or university

Required Materials

  • Proof of foster care status

Timeline

Contact the financial aid office of your chosen public institution for application procedures and deadlines.

Tips

Secure documentation from the Department of Children and Families (DCF) verifying your foster care status. Work closely with your college's financial aid office.