This is a grant administered by the federal government. The amount of Pell Grant awards is determined by the U.S. Department of Education. These grants are for exceptionally needy students. This is a federal program intended to supplement the Pell Grant program. Priority is given to all Pell Grant recipients.
Most states administer some form of scholarship or grant program.
State programs usually have an early application deadline date. The deadline for Maryland state scholarships is March 1. A listing of state scholarship agencies is available in the Financial Aid Office . The new program provides scholarships to students who enroll in computer science, engineering, and technology programs at Maryland colleges and universities and who agree to work in the state after graduation. Must take at least six credits, but less than 12 credits.