Name: Massachusetts Public Service Grant
Award Amount: Varies
Information And Eligibility:
The Massachusetts Public Service Grant is a state-funded financial aid program designed to support Massachusetts residents who are pursuing careers dedicated to serving the public good. This grant is intended for students enrolled in academic programs that prepare graduates for essential public service roles, including public administration, education, healthcare, social services, law, criminal justice, and government-related fields. By easing the financial burden of higher education, the program encourages students to commit to careers that strengthen communities and public institutions across the Commonwealth.
The grant is available to undergraduate and, in some cases, graduate students who demonstrate financial need and a clear intention to work in public service following graduation. Eligible students must be enrolled at least half time in an approved degree or certificate program at an accredited college or university. Priority is often given to students whose academic and career plans align closely with workforce needs within Massachusetts, particularly in areas facing persistent staffing shortages.
A central goal of the Massachusetts Public Service Grant is workforce development. The program supports students who plan to remain in Massachusetts after completing their education and contribute their skills to public-facing roles. Careers supported by this grant commonly include teaching, public health, social work, municipal and state government positions, nonprofit administration, law enforcement, and legal or policy-related services. Applicants are expected to demonstrate a sincere commitment to public service values and long-term employment in these sectors.
Award amounts vary based on available state funding, the student’s level of financial need, enrollment status, and cost of attendance. Grant funds may be applied toward tuition, mandatory fees, books, and other education-related expenses. The grant is renewable for up to four academic years, provided recipients continue to meet residency, enrollment, and academic progress requirements. Students must reapply annually and maintain satisfactory academic standing to remain eligible.
The Massachusetts Public Service Grant works in coordination with other state and federal financial aid programs. Students are encouraged to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid early to maximize eligibility. Because funding levels may change from year to year, timely application and close communication with the institution’s financial aid office are important.
By investing in students who choose service-oriented career paths, the Massachusetts Public Service Grant plays a key role in sustaining the state’s public workforce while promoting educational access and affordability. The program reflects Massachusetts’ commitment to supporting students who dedicate their education and careers to the well-being of its residents.
Eligibility Requirements:
Application Requirements:
Deadline: Varies
View Grant / Fellowship Data
Request to Update or Remove This Grant / Fellowship. The CollegeWhale ID number for this Grant / Fellowship is #14709. This Grant / Fellowship was added in December 2024 and last reviewed by a member of our staff on December, 2025.
We are a human curated site and want our Grant / Fellowship database as accurate and up-to-date as possible. We appreciate your help in notifying us of any incorrect or out of date information pertaining to this Grant / Fellowship!
This Grant / Fellowship is tagged with the following criteria: Education / Law / Massachusetts / Medical / Need-Based / Public Service
Grant Categorization
Education Grants Law Grants Massachusetts Grants Medical Grants Need-Based Grants Public Service GrantsThe CollegeWhale FastFind™ surfaces similar grants based on this grant’s criteria. Sort by award amount, deadline month, or estimated effort to quickly identify strong college funding opportunities.
The AHA Predoctoral Fellowship supports promising students enrolled in doctoral or equivalent clinical health-professional degree programs (e.g., PhD, DrPH, MD/PhD, DrPH in public health) who are committed to research in cardiovascular, cerebrovascular, brain health—or nutrition and public health topics related
Award: $27,144 Deadline: September Est. Application Time: Med (58 min)
The Emma Bowen Foundation (EBF) Fellows Program offers competitive, multi-year, paid summer internships for students of color in the media, technology, and business sectors. Fellows engage in immersive, hands-on training at leading companies in areas such as Business (e.g., marketing,
Award: Varies Deadline: May Est. Application Time: Low (10 min)
Name: Louisiana GO Grant Award Amount: Provides a need-based grant with the award amount determined by your financial need and the cost of...
Award: Varies Deadline: Rolling Est. Application Time: Low (23 min)
Name: Minority Fellowship Program (MFP) Awards Award Amount: Up to $10,000 per fellowship, plus travel expenses for program-related...
Award: $10,000 Deadline: May Est. Application Time: Med (78 min)
Name: Thomas R. Pickering Foreign Affairs Graduate Fellowship Program Award Amount: Up to $42,000 annually for a two-year period, covering...
Award: $42,000 Deadline: Rolling Est. Application Time: Med (78 min)
Name: South Carolina Need-based Grant Award Amount: Up to $3,500 annually for full-time students. Up to $1,750 annually for part-time...
Award: $3,500 Deadline: Rolling Est. Application Time: Low (23 min)
The Boiler Affordability Grant is designed to assist Indiana undergraduate students attending Purdue University by covering the remaining costs of tuition, fees, and estimated book expenses after other need-based aid has been applied. This grant aims to make higher education
Award: $70,000 Deadline: Rolling Est. Application Time: Low (23 min)
The First Generation Matching Grant Program (FGMG) provides need-based grants to Florida residents who are first-generation college students. This program is designed to support degree-seeking undergraduates whose parents have not earned baccalaureate degrees. Eligibility Requirements: Residency: Must be a Florida
Award: Varies Deadline: July Est. Application Time: Low (23 min)
The Florida Student Assistance Grant Program (FSAG) is a need-based grant program for degree-seeking, undergraduate Florida residents attending participating postsecondary institutions. This grant is designed to help students with substantial financial need. Eligibility Requirements: Residency: Must be a Florida resident
Award: Varies Deadline: July Est. Application Time: Low (23 min)
The Children of Veterans Tuition Grant (CVTG) provides financial support for the natural or adopted children of Michigan veterans who have experienced permanent disability, have passed away, or are classified as missing in action (MIA) due to their service. This
Award: $2,800 Deadline: July Est. Application Time: Low (13 min)
The Michigan Tuition Grant (MTG) is designed to provide financial assistance to undergraduate students who demonstrate financial need and are attending a Michigan degree-granting, non-profit independent college or university. This program helps students afford the cost of higher education and
Award: $1,500 Deadline: Rolling Est. Application Time: Low (23 min)
The Public Safety Officer Career Advancement Grant (PSOCAG) is a state-funded initiative aimed at supporting certified peace officers employed by Utah law enforcement agencies. This grant provides financial assistance to officers pursuing post-secondary degrees in criminal justice or related fields,
Award: $5,000 Deadline: June Est. Application Time: Med (43 min)This comprehensive collection of grants is curated from our regularly updated databases. To explore all available scholarship matches, visit our Grant Database.
CollegeWhale offers one of the only true College Grant and Fellowship Databases online. Our College Grant and Fellowship Database is one of the largest databases, containing multi-millions of dollars in college Grant and Fellowship money. Unlike other online databases, ours is college Grant and Fellowship specific, it is not mixed with college scholarship opportunities. Get matched with TONS of college Grants and Fellowships in just a few simple clicks. Grant and Fellowship money for college made simple, period.
