Financial Aid

Wellesley Hills Campus / Enrollment Center / 781-239-2600
Framingham Campus / Room 100 / 508-270-4010

Office of Financial Aid Mission

MassBay Community College is committed to providing access to higher education by reducing economic barriers. The role of the Financial Aid Office is to provide information about student aid programs and to assist eligible students in accessing these programs. Students are encouraged to apply for financial aid to help meet the expenses of attending college.

Financial Aid Eligibility Guidelines

In order to receive financial assistance from federal and state student aid programs, you must meet the following requirements:

• Be a citizen or eligible non-citizen of the U.S.
• Have a high school diploma, General Education Development (GED) certificate, or have completed a high school education in a home school setting that is recognized as a home school under state law.
• Enroll in an eligible program as a matriculated student seeking a degree or certificate. An admissions application must be completed and received by the Admissions Office.
• Be registered with the Selective Service, if required. Males age 18 through 25 are required to register.
• Meet satisfactory academic progress (SAP) standards.
• Certify that you are not in default on a federal loan or owe money on a federal grant.
• Certify that you will use federal student aid only for educational purposes.
• Certify that you have not been convicted for the possession or sale of illegal drugs for an offense that occurred while you were receiving federal student aid. For more information regarding your eligibility status related to this issue, please call the Federal Student Aid Information Center at 1-800-4-FED-AID (1-800-433-3243).

Financial Aid Application Process

To apply for financial aid, follow these two easy steps:

1. Create an FSA ID. The Federal Student Aid (FSA) ID, made up of a username and password, is used to access certain U.S. Department of Education websites. Your FSA ID is used to authenticate your identity when accessing your financial aid information. You can create an FSA ID at https://fsaid.ed.gov (NOTE: If you are a dependent student your parent must also create an FSA ID).  Save your FSA ID to use again in future years.
2. Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) online at www.fafsa.ed.gov. The FAFSA is used to determine your eligibility for federal and state financial aid. List “Massachusetts Bay Community College” in the College Release Section; our federal school code number is 002171. Submit additional documents to the Office of Financial Aid if requested by MassBay.

The first day to file a FAFSA is October 1^st prior to each fall semester. The priority deadline for federal financial aid is May 1^st prior to each fall semester. Students who complete the application process and have submitted all requested documents by the priority deadline date will have an award decision prior to the start of the fall semester. The priority deadline for those entering the College in January (i.e. spring semester) is October 1^st, each year. If a student has not completed his or her file by the priority deadline, they may be responsible for settling their fall bill without the benefit of financial aid. However, we will review late applications and if a student is eligible, financial aid will be awarded to the student. If the financial aid award should cover the bill, it is possible the student would be refunded the payment(s) they made to initially satisfy their bill. Please visit the Office of Financial Aid with any questions. The staff is happy to assist you.

Changes in federal, state, and/or institutional policy could affect information contained in this Catalog.

The U.S. government places the primary financial responsibility of a college education on the student and the student’s family. Financial aid is considered only a supplement to a student’s personal resources.

To Receive Financial Aid

A student’s financial aid award will be adjusted to reflect any change in the number of credits for which they are currently registered.

Please note:

• Full time = 12 or more credits
• 3/4 time = 9-11 credits
• 1/2 time = 6-8 credits
• Less than 1/2 time = 5 credits or fewer

Certain financial programs require specific credit loads. Please visit the Financial Aid Office for details. You may obtain a copy of the Financial Aid Award Guide, which further explains the eligibility requirements for financial aid by visiting or calling the Financial Aid Office.

Sources of Financial Aid

Federal Work-Study (FWS)

Federal Work-Study (FWS) is a federally funded program that provides part-time jobs in nonprofit institutions on- and off-campus. FWS funds are awarded on a funds available basis. Eligibility is determined from the information provided on the FAFSA. If a student is awarded FWS, the amount shown on the financial aid award notification reflects the maximum amount he or she may earn during the academic year. FWS employees will receive a paycheck every two weeks based on the actual number of hours worked and the pay rate. FWS funds are not credited to a student’s account. Please be aware that a Federal Work-Study award does not guarantee a student a job. If you are awarded FWS, please visit our website or the Office of Financial Aid to view a listing of available positions and to complete any necessary paperwork.

Federal Pell Grants

The Federal Pell Grant is a need-based grant program from the federal government for undergraduate students with significant need. In order to be eligible for a Pell Grant, a student must have a valid Expected Family Contribution (EFC), meet all of the general Title IV student eligibility requirements, and not have a prior bachelor’s degree.

Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants (FSEOG)

The Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant is a need-based grant from the federal government for undergraduate students with significant financial need. FSEOG is awarded on a funds available basis, typically to students who are recipients of the Federal Pell Grant. The amount of a typical FSEOG award is $200.

William D. Ford Federal Direct Stafford Loan Program

Stafford loans were created by the U.S. Department of Education, enabling students to borrow to help pay educational expenses. MassBay is responsible for determining eligibility based on the results of the FAFSA and current federal regulations. The loan(s) are taken out in the student’s name, and there is no credit check required to qualify for this program. The government sets a limit on the amount a student can borrow each year. First-year students are eligible to borrow up to a mximum of $5,500, for sophomores $6,500 (For independent students the loan limits for first-year students are $9,500 and $10,500 for sophomores). All recipients must complete federally mandated loan counseling and complete a master promissory note prior to the disbursement of funds. Exit counseling must be completed before graduation, at termination of enrollment, or if enrollment drops below six (6) credits in a semester. Students must be enrolled in at least six (6) credits in a semester to be eligible.

Subsidized Direct Stafford Loans are need-based and do not accrue interest while a student is enrolled at least half-time.

Unsubsidized Direct Stafford Loans are not need-based and accrue interest while a student is enrolled. Students may choose to defer the interest and pay it with the principal amount upon graduation or less than half-time enrollment, or pay the interest on a quarterly basis while still enrolled. Repayment for both Subsidized and Unsubsidized Federal Direct Stafford Loans begins six months after a student graduates, withdraws, or is attending school less than half-time (five credits or fewer).

For additional information regarding these federal loan programs including current interest rates, fees, and repayment options, please visit the Direct Loan website at https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/types/loans.

Federal Parents’ Loans for Undergraduate Students (PLUS)

The PLUS loan is a federal government loan borrowed through the College in the parent’s name. PLUS loan applications and master promissory notes are accessible online at www.studentloans.gov/. The disbursement of PLUS funds is administered by MassBay. Parents are eligible to borrow up to the cost of attendance minus all other sources of financial aid. Repayment begins within 60 days after the second disbursement is applied to the student’s account.

For additional information regarding these federal loan programs, including current interest rates, fees and repayment options, please visit the Direct Loan website at https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/types/loans.

GI Education Benefits

MassBay is approved by the Department of Veterans Affairs to certify students eligible to receive Veterans Administration (V.A.) benefits. Veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces, reservists, and dependents of deceased veterans may be eligible for V.A. education benefits as a result of their service. Students may apply for educational benefits for full, three-quarter, or part-time enrollment. The V.A. Certifying Official provides the appropriate paperwork to apply for G.I. Bill ® benefits and is responsible for certifying enrollment status to the V.A., which results in the payment of benefits to a student. However, the V.A. Certifying Official does not determine eligibility for benefits.

Massachusetts residents who are members in good standing with the Massachusetts National Guard are eligible for a waiver of tuition and fees for day and evening credit classes. For information about eligibility requirements and application procedures, please see the Veterans Affairs Counselor located in the Office of Student Development, or visit www.massbay.edu/veterans.

As part of the Veterans Benefits and Transition Act of 2018, section 3679(e) of Title 38, United States Code, MassBay will not impose any penalty, including the assessment of late fees, the denial of access to classes, libraries, or other institutional facilities, or the requirement that a covered individual borrow additional funds, on any covered individual because of the individual’s inability to meet his or her financial obligations to the institution due to the delayed disbursement funding from VA under Chapters 31 or 33.

MASSGrant

This grant is awarded to full-time (12 credits or more each semester) students who are Massachusetts residents and who do not have a prior bachelor’s degree. A FAFSA must be filed by the May 1 priority deadline to be considered for this grant.

MASSGrant PLUS

A need-based grant awarded to full-time and part-time students attending Massachusetts public community colleges. Students may be eligible for additional funding to help pay their tuition and fees charges only. For specific details on this program, please visit the Office of Student Financial Assistance website at www.mass.edu/osfa/programs/massgrant.asp.

Massachusetts Part-Time Grant

This grant is awarded to Massachusetts residents who are enrolled in six to 11 credits each semester and do not have a prior bachelor’s degree. The Massachusetts Part-Time Grant is awarded on a funds available basis.

Massachusetts Need-Based Tuition Waivers

This is funding provided to MassBay from the State of Massachusetts. This state-funded tuition waiver program (does not need to be repaid) is available to undergraduate students who are Massachusetts residents. Students must be a permanent legal resident of Massachusetts for at least one year prior to the opening of the academic year and be a U.S. citizen or a non-citizen eligible under Federal Title IV regulations. Students must not have a prior bachelor’s degree. Eligibility is based on demonstrated financial need and actual tuition charged for state supported undergraduate degree or certificate program offered by the institution. These funds are limited and students with high financial need are given first priority. For additional information please visit the MA Office of Student Financial Assistance at www.osfa.mass.edu.

Massachusetts John & Abigail Adams Scholarship

This scholarship is a merit based, state supported undergraduate tuition waiver program. Merit is based on student scores on the 10th grade Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System (MCAS) test. Award amounts are based on actual tuition charged for state supported undergraduate degree programs (certificates programs are not eligible) offered by MassBay. Forward a copy of your eligibility letter from the Massachusetts Department of Education to the Financial Aid Office. If you have misplaced your letter, you may contact the Department of Elementary & Secondary Education at 781.338.3625 or 781.338.3640. You may also contact the Massachusetts Office of Student Financial Assistance at 617-391-6070. In order to receive this scholarship, eligible students must be enrolled full-time and annually complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). For additional information please visit the MA Office of Student Financial Assistance at www.osfa.mass.edu.

Massachusetts Cash Grant

This is funding provided to MassBay from the State of Massachusetts. This state-funded grant program (does not need to be repaid) is available to undergraduate students who are Massachusetts residents. Students must be a permanent legal resident of Massachusetts for at least one year prior to the opening of the academic year and be a U.S. citizen or a non-citizen eligible under Federal Title IV regulations. Students must not have a prior bachelor’s degree. Eligibility is based on demonstrated financial need and actual tuition and fees charged for state supported undergraduate degree or certificate program offered by the institution. These funds are limited and students with high financial need are given first priority. For additional information please visit the MA Office of Student Financial Assistance at www.osfa.mass.edu.

Transfer Scholarships

Various scholarships are available to assist MassBay graduates seeking transfer to four-year institutions. Below is a sample list. For more information on requirements and application deadlines for these and other transfer scholarships, please contact the College’s Transfer Counselor or the four-year institution directly.

• Boston University
  Two (2) renewable scholarships for full tuition are available. Students must be a Boston public high school graduate, a U.S. citizen or permanent resident, have a 3.5 GPA, and have completed a minimum of 60 transferable credits
• Boston University’s Metropolitan College Community Scholars’ Program
  Boston University’s Metropolitan College provides the opportunity to complete a Bachelor’s degree in their evening and weekend program. This scholarship will cover 50% of tuition costs for up to 12 credits per semester, through the completion of a student’s Bachelor’s degree. Students must be graduating from MassBay with an Associate degree and a minimum GPA of 3.0. This scholarship is awarded each fall and spring semester.
• ​New England Transfer Association Scholarship
  Three $1,000 awards are granted each year to students who have earned an associate degree or completed 60 college-level credits with a 3.5 GPA. Recipients must be transferring to a New England Transfer Association (NETA) affiliated 4-year institution. A NETA member must nominate a student for consideration, and an essay is required. This scholarship is awarded each spring.
• The Osher Reentry Scholarship
  Awarded to newly entering UMass Boston students who are returning to college after an interruption in study of five years. This five year timeframe need not be consecutive. Osher Reentry Scholars will receive up to a $5,000.00 per year scholarship. The scholarship is potentially renewable.
• UMass-Community College Scholars Program
  This program awards up to $10,000 per year for students transferring to any University of Massachusetts campus. Requirements include completion of an Associate degree, a minimum 3.75 GPA, Massachusetts residency, and full-time status upon transfer. The award may be renewable for up to two years and is awarded each fall and spring semester.
• UMass-Amherst Community College Academic Honors Program
  To be eligible for this program, a student must have a minimum 3.5 GPA and at least 45 earned academic credits towards a MassBay degree at the time of application, be completing an associate degree, be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident, and plan to enroll in the day division. Awards of up to $2,500 per year are possible. This scholarship is awarded each fall and spring semester.
• UMass-Boston Foster Furcolo Scholarship
  This scholarship pays for two years’ tuition and mandatory fees at UMass-Boston. To apply for this scholarship, a student must have completed or be completing an associate degree program at MassBay with a minimum 3.5 GPA. This scholarship is awarded each spring.
• UMass-Boston Chancellor’s Scholarship for Excellence
  This scholarship can provide full tuition and mandatory fees while a student attends UMass- Boston. To qualify for the scholarship, a student must demonstrate one of the following: academic excellence with a 3.5 transfer GPA, excellence in the arts, or excellence in unpaid public or community service. This scholarship is awarded each fall and spring semester.
• UMass-Boston Student Enrollment LEADERS Program
  High-achieving, newly-entering students with a minimum 3.0 GPA who are interested in representing the University at key events are encouraged to apply to the Student Enrollment LEADERS Program. Applicants must plan to enroll full time. Recipients will receive approximately $1,000 annually in scholarship funding. Additionally, they must work ten hours per week within one of the offices of the Division of Enrollment Services and University Communications. Enrollment LEADERS will also serve as tour guides and goodwill ambassadors at several admissions events throughout the year. NOTE: This program is open to out-of-state students.
• UMass-Lowell Community College Transfer Scholarship
  To be eligible for this program, a student must have earned a minimum 3.7 GPA and at least 45 earned academic credits towards a MassBay degree at the time of application, be completing an associate degree, be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident, and plan to enroll in the day division. Awards of up to $2,500 per year are possible. This scholarship is awarded each fall and spring semester.
• New England Transfer Association Scholarship
  Three $1,000 awards are granted each year to students who have earned an associate degree or completed 60 college-level credits with a 3.5 GPA. Recipients must be transferring to a New England Transfer Association (NETA) affiliated 4-year institution. A NETA member must nominate a student for consideration, and an essay is required. This scholarship is awarded each spring.

Senator Paul E. Tsongas Scholarship

The Paul Tsongas Scholarship Program seeks to recognize achievement and reward Massachusetts students who have graduated from high school within three years with a grade point average (G.P.A.) of 3.75 and highly competitive Scholastic Aptitude Test (S.A.T.) scores (or the American College Testing [A.C.T.] equivalent) and who also meet the one year residency requirement for tuition classification at state colleges or universities. Students who meet the above residency requirement for tuition classification and who have pursued other endeavors for a minimum of five years are eligible to apply to a state college or university for the Paul Tsongas Scholarship Program under the exceptional life experience category set forth in the guidelines. Eligible students receive a waiver of tuition and mandatory fees at a Massachusetts state college or university. For more information, visit http://www.mass.edu/osfa/programs/tsongas.asp. 

To be eligible for a Paul Tsongas Scholarship, a student must:

• Meet eligibility criteria established by the state college or university and approved by the Massachusetts Board of Higher Education.
• Be a permanent resident of Massachusetts for at least one year prior to the opening of the academic year.
• Be a United States citizen or eligible noncitizen.
• Be in compliance with applicable Selective Service Registration Laws.
• Not be in default of any federal or state loan or owe a refund on any previously received financial aid.
• Maintain a G.P.A. of 3.3 for continued eligibility for the waiver for four years of study.

 MassBay Community College Scholarship Opportunities

Thanks to gifts from generous donors, the MassBay Foundation offers scholarships to support our students achieve their academic goals. 

Below is a list of scholarships for both incoming and current students. For information or assistance, please contact us by email at foundation@massbay.edu or call  781-239-3126. We are happy to hear from you.

Scholarship Opportunities for New, Incoming Students

Applications for MassBay scholarships for new students should be submitted to the MassBay Foundation by email (foundation@massbay.edu) All scholarships  are pending funding and criteria and applications are available on the MassBay website (https://www.massbay.edu/finance/scholarships/new-student)

Automotive Technology Scholarship

This scholarship opportunity was established to assist students enrolled in any of the MassBay Automotive Technology Programs with tuition, mandatory fees, tools and/or books.

Dual Enrollment Scholarship

This scholarship was established to support a high school junior or senior that is either home schooled or enrolled in a high school in MassBay’s service area and part of the College’s Dual Enrollment Program.

Ferris Family Scholarship

The Ferris Family Scholarship was established by Howard Ferris, former Dean of the Automotive Technology Program, to assist new or returning, full-time or part-time students with tuition, tools and/or books who are enrolled in the MassBay Automotive Technology Program.

Foundation Scholar Scholarship

This scholarship recognizes academically superior graduating high school students entering MassBay Community College. The purpose of this scholarship is to attract and retain local academic scholars to MassBay. 

Incoming STEM Student Scholarship

MassBay is known for its STEM program and welcomes incoming students into its program. This scholarship supports students’ transition into the program.

John F. McKenzie Scholarship

John F. McKenzie was the founding President of MassBay Community College in 1961, and served as President until his retirement in 1983. This scholarship was established to support a graduating senior from a public high school in MassBay’s service area.

Nurse Assistant Program Scholarship

This scholarship was established to support students pursuing a career in Health Sciences who need financial assistance during the Nurse Assistant Training Program. It is designed to assist individuals to start or re-start their education to reach higher levels of employability.

President’s Scholars Scholarship

This scholarship recognizes academically superior graduating high school students entering MassBay Community College. The purpose of this scholarship is to attract and retain local academic scholars to MassBay. 

Robert and Rosemary Murphy Scholarship

This scholarship was established in memory of Robert and Rosemary Murphy, life-long residents of Needham, Massachusetts to support a MassBay Community College student who is a resident of Needham or graduate of Needham High School. This scholarship is awarded for two consecutive semesters.

Scholarship Opportunities for Returning Students

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There are many scholarships available for current MassBay students. Please read the criteria carefully to determine eligibility.  To apply, visit the MassBay website (https://www.massbay.edu/finance/scholarships/current-student) for the link to our online application system. We begin accepting scholarship applications on the first day of course registration for each semester but you must be registered in the current semester for your application to be considered. 

All scholarships are pending funding and criteria, applications instructions and award amounts can be viewed on our web site.

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50th Reunion Scholarship

The 50th Reunion Scholarship was created and is supported through gifts from the Alumni of MassBay Community College 50th reunion classes.

Alumni Nursing Scholarship

The Alumni Nursing Scholarship was established by nursing graduates of MassBay Community College to assist current MassBay nursing students.

Alumni Scholarship

This scholarship was created and is supported through gifts from the Alumni of MassBay Community College. 

Angelina Grimaldi Cioffari Scholarship & Vincent Grimaldi Ciofari Scholarship

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

Automotive Technology Scholarship

The Automotive Technology Scholarship was established to assist students with tuition, tools and/or books who are enrolled in any of the MassBay Automotive Technology Programs.

Boston Marathon Scholarship

The Boston Marathon Scholarship was established before the running of the 2017 Boston Marathon, spearheaded by Susan Maggioni, Ph.D., J.D., Dean of Business & Professional Studies, to support students pursuing an associate degree at MassBay Community College.

Cyber Security Scholarship (full-time student)

The Cyber Security Scholarship is funded by the generous sponsors of the Information Security Summit established by Towerwall and MassBay Community College. This scholarship supports a full-time student enrolled in the Cyber Security associate degree or certificate program.

Cyber Security Scholarship (part-time student)

The Cyber Security Scholarship was created and is funded by the generous sponsors of the Information Security Summit established by Towerwall and MassBay Community College. This scholarship supports a part-time student enrolled in the Cyber Security associate degree or certificate program.

Debi Prasad Sodhani International Student Scholarship

The Debi Prasad Sodhani International Student Scholarship was established to support MassBay Community College international students in good academic standing at the College, who have completed six or more credits at MassBay. 

Dr. Bruce Jackson Endowed Scholarship

This scholarship was established with gifts from the friends of the late Dr. Bruce Jackson to support MassBay students pursuing an associate degree or certificate in STEM fields. 

Dr. Yves Salomon-Fernandez Scholarship

This scholarship was established by the MassBay Community College Foundation Board to honor Dr. Salomon-Fernandez for her commitment to MassBay Community College and its students. This scholarship was established to support MassBay students pursuing an associate degree or certificate. 

Ferris Family Scholarship

This scholarship was established by Howard Ferris, former Dean of the Automotive Technology Program, to assist new or returning, full-time or part-time Auto-Tech students with tuition, tools and/or books who are enrolled in the MassBay Automotive Technology Program..

Growth and Generosity Scholarship

The Growth and Generosity Scholarship was established to support a student who can demonstrate, through an essay, his/her own growth and generosity and/or why they believe growth and generosity is important. The donor of the scholarship believes that the key to life is growth and generosity. 

Health Sciences One Semester Certificate Program Scholarships

The Health Sciences One Semester Scholarship was established to support students enrolled in one of the MassBay Health Sciences one semester certificate programs: Central Processing, EMT, or Phlebotomy. It was designed to assist individuals start or restart their education to reach higher-levels of employability.

Health Sciences Scholarship

The Health Sciences Scholarship was established to support students pursuing a career in Health Sciences at MassBay complete a degree or certificate program. It was designed to assist individuals start or restart their education to reach higher-levels of employability.

Krystle Campbell Scholarship

Krystle Campbell graduated from MassBay with an Associate Degree in Business Administration in 2005 and transferred to the University of Massachusetts, Boston to pursue her bachelor degree. She tragically lost her life at the age of 29 in the Boston Marathon bombings on April 15, 2013. MassBay Community College created the Krystle Campbell Scholarship in her memory to support a business major pursuing an associate degree at MassBay Community College.

Leonce Cadet Berotte Scholarship

The Leonce Cadet Berotte Scholarship was established in honor of Leonce Cadet Berotte, father of Dr. Carole Berotte Joseph, President of MassBay Community College 2005-2011. The scholarship is awarded annually to one student who is a deserving international/immigrant dream chaser attending MassBay Community College.

Liberal Arts &Communications Studies Scholarship

The Communications Study Scholarship was established by Professor Deborah London and Theodore Sturman to support students pursuing a Liberal Arts Communication Associate Degree at MassBay Community College.

Louise Mayer Scholarship

The Louise Mayer Scholarship was established by Ted and Denise Mayer to honor Louise Mayer, R.N. by supporting students pursuing a career in the Health Care industry.

MassBay Community College Foundation Board Scholarship

The MassBay Community College Foundation Board Scholarship was established and is funded by the MassBay Community College Foundation Board to support MassBay students pursuing an associate degree or certificate.

MassBay S-POWER Engineering Scholarship

The MassBay S-POWER Engineering Scholarship supports a student pursuing an associate degree in Engineering, Electrical & Computer Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering who plans on continuing their education in an energy field at a four-year institution. Energy fields include but are not limited to renewable and energy generation, electrical distribution and storage, energy efficiency and infrastructure, materials for energy. The National Science Foundation (NSF) Scholarships in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (S-STEM) program addresses the need for a high quality STEM workforce in STEM disciplines supported by the program and for the increased success of low-income academically talented students with demonstrated financial need who are pursuing an associate degree.

Maxine Elmont Endowed Scholarship

The Maxine Elmont Endowed Scholarship was named in honor of Maxine Elmont, Professor of Human Services at MassBay Community College. It was established to support a student 25 years or older re-entering college and majoring in Human Services at MassBay.

Richard P. Carbone Scholarship

The Richard P. Carbone Scholarship was established to support students are who interested in pursuing a college education at MassBay Community College. Richard P. Carbone was a Wellesley Assistant Principal from 1968 until he retired in 1985.

Robert and Rosemary Murphy Scholarship

The Robert and Rosemary Murphy Scholarship was established in memory of Robert and Rosemary Murphy, life-long residents of Needham, Massachusetts to support a MassBay Community College student who is either a Needham resident OR a graduate of Needham High School.

Salomon-Fernandez Scholarship

MassBay Community College Interim President Yves Salomon-Fernandez, Ph.D. (2015-2016), a firm believer public education, established the Salomon-Fernandez Scholarship to support international and immigrant students who are pursuing a College education.

Single Parent Scholarship

The Single Parent Scholarship was established to support a student who is a single parent with full/joint custody of minor child/children pursuing a college education.    

The Brenda Tierney STEM Scholarship

This scholarship was named in honor of Brenda Tierney, the first MassBay Community College Goldwater Scholar.  It was established to support MassBay Students pursuing an associated degree or certificate in the STEM fields.

The Felix and Nellie Juliani Scholarship

This Felix and Nellie Juliani Scholarship was established in memory of Felix and Nellie Juliani who were passionate about education and the importance of community service and family values in one’s life.

The Gladys Brooks Foundation Endowed Scholarships

These scholarships were established with a generous gift from the Gladys Brooks Foundation to support high achieving students who are single parents pursuing a college education with full/joint custody of minor children.

The Marc Stanton Endowed Scholarship Fund

The Marc Stanton Endowed Scholarship Fund was created with gifts from friends and colleagues of Professor Marc Stanton, a beloved professor at MassBay dedicated to his students.  He served as a devoted Criminal Justice faculty member. He was a sincere and conscientious mentor for his many students, advising them throughout their educational and career paths in law enforcement. During his time at MassBay, he had taught and helped launch the careers of state and federal police officers, corrections officers, lawyers, paralegals and many other law enforcement and legal professionals.  The scholarship was created to support MassBay students studying criminal justice and meeting the terms criteria.

Virginia F. Sapienza Scholarship

The Virginia F. Sapienza Scholarship was established to support a student pursuing the arts (visual arts, music, writing, photography) at MassBay Community College. Virginia F. Sapienza was a long-time dedicated music professor at MassBay Community College.