Foundation scholarships are awarded yearly and are open for applications only between February and March.

• Art and Marjorie Ruggles Scholarship – Given to an outstanding student in ECE who exhibits excellence in related courses as well as in their work with children.
• Constance and Julius Roth Scholarship – Awarded to a student in ECE who has completed 30 credits at GCC and maintained at least a 2.5 GPA.
• Other Foundation scholarships do not depend on a specific major but rather circumstances that might be relevant to students in the ECE or LEO majors.

Designed to provide financial assistance for up to 3 classes per semester for currently employed early childhood and out-of-school-time/afterschool educators living and working in Massachusetts. Can be used towards associate or bachelor’s level degree completion. Only open April 1-June; applicants must be already matriculated and have completed financial aid forms (FAFSA) first. Learn more at https://www.mass.edu/osfa/programs/earlychildhooded.asp.

The Paraprofessional Teacher Preparation Grant Program provides financial assistance to Massachusetts residents who are currently employed as paraprofessionals in Massachusetts public schools, but wish to become certified as full-time teachers. This grant is designed to reduce their financial burden and help address the Commonwealth’s current teacher shortage. Financial need is not a requirement for the Paraprofessional Teacher Preparation Grant. However, recipients must annually file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Learn more at https://www.mass.edu/osfa/programs/teacherprep.asp.

Learn more about applying for federal aid from GCC’s Financial Aid Office.

You can find other awards and financial scholarships that might fit your goals at www.collegeboard.org.