UMass Boston
Campus Center, 4th Floor
100 Morrissey Blvd.
Boston, MA 02125
Scholarships for Continuing Students
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Each year UMass Boston offers hundreds of scholarships to continuing students.
Scholarship Applications for the 2026–2027 Academic Year Are Open!
While all current UMass Boston students are welcome to apply, competitive applicants typically meet the following criteria:
- UMass Boston Credits: Minimum of 24 completed credits at UMass Boston
- GPA: Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0
- Degree Program: Active enrollment in a degree-granting program
Additional Opportunities & Important Details
- Supplemental Applications: Some scholarships require extra steps or specific criteria. After logging in, select Supplemental Application and Additional Opportunities to view and apply for additional awards. Pay close attention to varying deadlines.
- Funding Priority: Preference may be given to students who do not currently receive significant scholarship assistance.
- Award Amounts: Selected recipients typically receive a one-time award ranging up to $4,000.
- Updates: Check the scholarship portal regularly, as new opportunities are posted throughout the academic year.
GRAD Last Mile Fund
The GRAD Last Mile Fund assists undergraduate students facing non-academic financial roadblocks or university costs that threaten degree completion, provided no other university funds are available.
(Note: This fund cannot be used to pay for or apply to graduate school.)
Eligibility Criteria
- Residency: Must be an undergraduate student with in-state tuition status
- Graduation Timeline: Must be scheduled to graduate in Fall 2026, Spring 2027, or Summer 2027
- Financial Need: Must have exhausted all other financial aid options, including subsidized and unsubsidized loans
- Qualified Need: Must have a financial barrier preventing degree completion (e.g., childcare, transportation, or past-due tuition balances)
Award Details & Application Window
- Maximum Award: Up to $3,000
- Application Opening: Applications open after the start of the Fall 2026 semester. Check back regularly for updates and link announcements!
UMass Boston
Campus Center, 4th Floor
100 Morrissey Blvd.
Boston, MA 02125