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Another Way to Save

SMCC has among the lowest tuition and fees in New England and offers numerous scholarship opportunities. We help you find more ways to save by offering scholarships through the SMCC Foundation and connecting you to scholarship resources outside of the college.

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Scholarships Offered Through the SMCC Foundation

In 2022-2023, the SMCC Foundation awarded approximately $348,621 in scholarships to over 300 students annually. Scholarships are also offered by the Foundation for Maine’s Community Colleges and the Maine Community College System.

Who qualifies for SMCC Foundation scholarships?

The SMCC Foundation works closely with the Financial Aid Office and academic departments to select recipients. Criteria for scholarships vary, but are typically based on financial need, academic performance and donor-specific requirements. While any student at SMCC can apply, scholarships tend to be awarded to continuing students to encourage academic progress.

How to Apply for SMCC Foundation Scholarships

Once a student has been accepted to SMCC and are enrolled, they can log in to the MySMCC Student Portal to view information including what scholarships are available and how to apply and access our online application form available through AwardSpring.

Scholarships Awarded by the SMCC Financial Aid Office

A variety of other scholarships are awarded by the SMCC Financial Aid Office and the SMCC Foundation. View a list of historically awarded scholarships.

Below is a list of some of the scholarships awarded by the SMCC Financial Aid Office. Students who complete the FAFSA are considered for these scholarships on a funds-available basis—a separate application is not required.

  • Bernard Osher Scholarship
  • Osher Scholarship for First-Year Liberal Studies
  • Osher Scholarship for Rural Communities
For more information, view the descriptions of some of the scholarships awarded by the SMCC Financial Aid Office.

Outside Scholarships

Use free online search tools to find more scholarship opportunities by visiting the following websites:

    • Please Note: These are external scholarship opportunities, although vetted; they are not managed or given directly by SMCC. Please use due diligence when applying for and researching external funding opportunities.

    Protect Yourself

    The U.S. Department of Education and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) advise students about how to avoid scams and to be aware of the existence of financial aid fraud. For more information, including telltale lines of financial aid perpetrators and how to file a complaint, visit the FTC website.