Scholarships at MassBay

At MassBay, we want every student to thrive — and scholarships can help make that happen. That’s why we encourage all enrolled students to apply each semester.

With just one application, you’ll be considered for nearly every scholarship you’re eligible for. Availability and criteria—like GPA, credits, major, and student status — may vary each term.

Explore our fall and spring scholarships below. A more limited number are also offered in summer. Be sure to log in each semester to see what’s available—we’re here to support your journey.

Here is a general timeline for scholarship applications—exact dates will be shared by email each semester:

• Fall semester: Opens early July, closes mid-August
• Spring semester: Opens early November, closes early January
• Summer semester: Opens early March, closes late April

Award decisions are shared within 10 days after the application closes. 
Students must make payment arrangements for the semester before they receive any scholarship funds. Scholarships are reimbursed after bills are due and the add/drop period ends.

Note: You must be registered for classes to apply for any scholarship.

You only need to fill out one application to be considered for nearly every scholarship you qualify for.

The application process is the same for all students, whether you are newly enrolling or a returning MassBay student.

1. You must have your own MassBay student identification number and MassBay email address to begin the application process.
   
    
2. Students may apply for scholarships through AwardSpring by searching for the app in OneLogin — MassBay single sign on.
   
    
3. Once you are in AwardSpring, complete or update your General Application.
   
    
4. After you have submitted your General Application, you will automatically be considered for all available scholarships based on the information you provide in your General Application and the data we have in the academic system. You do not need to submit multiple applications to be considered for all MassBay scholarships for which you are eligible.
   
    
5. When you are logged in to the scholarship system, there are a very small number of scholarships for which you will see an “Apply” option. Those scholarships require an additional essay or additional information that you must provide to be considered for the scholarship.
   
    
6. Seeing the “Apply” option in AwardSpring does not mean you are qualified for those scholarships. It just means we need additional information to determine your eligibility. Conversely, if you do not see an “Apply” option next to a listed scholarship, it does not mean you won’t be considered for that scholarship. It just means that we do not need any additional data from you other than what you have already provided in the General Application and what we have in the enrollment system.
   
    

We issue scholarship decisions within 10 days after the application closes. 
If you’re awarded a scholarship, you’ll get an email with all the details. Follow the instructions by the deadline to receive your funds.

Scholarships are given as reimbursements after semester bills are due and the add/drop period ends. That means you’ll need to make payment arrangements ahead of time.

AWARD: $500

Angelina Grimaldi Cioffari was a professor of French, Spanish, and Italian at MassBay Community College from 1964-1980. This scholarship was established in memory of her and her son Vincent to support a student who demonstrates high academic success at MassBay.

AWARD: $500-$1,000

The Automotive Technology Scholarship was established to assist new and returning automotive students with tuition, tools and/or books.

AWARD: $400

The Biotechnology Scholarship for First Generation Scientists was created through the generosity of MassBay professor Dr. Nirmal Singh and his family to support students enrolled in the College’s biotechnology program. Priority will be given to first generation college students and international students.

AWARD: $500

This scholarship recognizes students who are caring for people in their life while they pursue their studies.

AWARD: $400

Created by the Cleverdon Family in recognition of the resiliency of MassBay students, to support those pursuing a healthcare degree. This scholarship is offered in the fall semester only.

AWARD: $1,000

The Cybersecurity Scholarship is funded by the generous sponsors of the Information Security Summit established by Towerwall. This scholarship supports a student enrolled in the Cybersecurity associate degree or certificate program. This scholarship is available to incoming as well as returning students.

AWARD: $4,000

The Sodhani Foundation generously supports scholarships for MassBay international students. It grants a two-semester scholarship to international students pursuing an associate degree in accounting or business and also offers an award to international students pursuing an associate degree in a STEM discipline.

AWARD: $500

In memory of a beloved nephew, the Gabriel Bardo Scholarship was created to recognize the importance of kindness.

AWARD: $500

The ITServe Alliance — Ventois, Inc. Scholarship is a single semester award available to students with a declared STEM major, pursuing an associate degree or certificate.

AWARD: $500

Created through the generosity of the Community Foundation of North Central Massachusetts, the Johnny Appleseed Scholarship awards students from the foundation’s service area as they pursue an education at MassBay. To qualify, students must live in one of the following towns: Ashburnham, Ashby, Athol, Ayer, Barre, Bolton, Clinton, Devens, Erving, Fitchburg, Gardner, Groton, Harvard, Hubbardston, Lancaster, Leominster, Littleton, Lunenburg, New Salem, Orange, Pepperell, Petersham, Phillipston, Princeton, Royalston, Shirley, Sterling, Templeton (Baldwinville), Townsend, Warwick, Wendell, Westminster, Winchendon.

AWARD: $1,000

The Keshava-Gandhi Family Scholarship is for a self-supporting or immigrant or international student who demonstrates financial need but does not qualify for financial assistance. Students must have a declared STEM major, pursuing an associate degree or Certificate. This is a two-semester award, with $500 awarded for the fall semester and $500 for the spring. This scholarship is only newly awarded in the fall semester.

AWARD: $1,000

Krystle Campbell was a 2005 graduate of MassBay who tragically lost her life in the Boston Marathon bombing. This scholarship was established in her memory to support a business major pursuing an associate degree at MassBay.

AWARD: $1,000

This scholarship honors Lauren Eldridge, a MassBay alumnus, caring mom and highly skilled radiologic technologist. It is a $1,000 single semester award for students with a declared major in Radiologic Technology, who are in their clinical rotation during the award semester.

AWARD: $500

This scholarship honors Professor Marc Stanton, a beloved professor at MassBay who passed away in 2018. Professor Stanton served as chair of the Legal Studies and Government Department and was a devoted Criminal Justice faculty member. The scholarship was created to support MassBay students studying criminal justice. This scholarship is offered in the Spring semester only.

AWARD: $1,000
The Marilyn & Jay Sarles Scholarship awards the accomplishments of students in good academic standing, who are residents of Massachusetts.

AWARD: $500

The MassBay General Scholarship is available to any MassBay student with a declared major who is pursuing an associate degree or certificate. Students must have a 2.5 cumulative GPA and be enrolled in a minimum of 3 credits in the award semester.

AWARD: $1,000

The Maxine Elmont Endowed Scholarship was named in honor of Maxine Elmont, Professor of Human Services at MassBay Community College. The scholarship supports a student re-entering college after a paus in their education and majoring in Human Services at MassBay.

AWARD: $700

The Richard P. Carbone Scholarship was established to honor Richard P. Carbone, a Wellesley High School Assistant Principal from 1968 until he retired in 1985. His wife, Toria, recalls, “He was most proud that he never gave up on a kid.”

AWARD: $1,500

This scholarship, awarded over two semesters, supports a MassBay student who is either a Needham resident or a graduate from Needham High School.

AWARD: $500

This scholarship was established to honor Robert O’Connell, a long time MassBay Associate Professor of Mathematics. This scholarship is a single semester award of $500.

AWARD: $500

The Schrafft Charitable Trust supports the education and cultural enrichment of Boston students. This scholarship was created to benefit MassBay students who live in the City of Boston and/or graduated from a Boston High School.

AWARD: $500

The Sole Caregiver Scholarship was established to support a student who is the sole caregiver of a dependent child/children.

AWARD: $500
Distinct scholarships are available for students with a declared STEM major, pursuing an associate degree or certificate.

AWARD: $1,000

The Thomas M. Britt, Jr. Scholarship was established in honor of Mr. Britt, a member of the first MassBay graduating class in 1963. Mr. Britt then transferred to Suffolk University where he earned his BS and MBA in Business Administration. This scholarship was established to support current MassBay students with the ambition to do well in college and earn a degree or certificate.