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Massachusetts high school students who score Advanced on one MCAS assessment and Proficient or Advanced on the other two, ranking in the top 25 percent of their school district, are automatically considered for the merit-based John and Abigail Adams Scholarship. No separate application is required.
Recipients receive a tuition credit toward undergraduate study at a Massachusetts public college or university for up to eight semesters within six years of high school graduation. The dollar value depends on the institution attended.
Complete the FAFSA or Massachusetts equivalent and enroll full time in an eligible certificate, associate, or bachelor's program.
The program recognizes high achievement on the 10th grade MCAS test and supports access to Massachusetts public higher education.
The John and Abigail Adams Scholarship awards Amount varies.
Key requirements include: United States; Massachusetts. Check the full eligibility section above, or create a free Award Scholar profile to have every requirement checked against your profile automatically.
No essay is listed for this scholarship, but check the submission requirements above for other materials.
Entry is automatic when you meet the criteria; there is no separate application to submit.
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