Understanding MA State Financial Aid
This lesson provides a detailed overview of the state-based financial aid programs in Massachusetts and initiatives by the state of MA and Office of Student Financial Assistance (OSFA). This lesson includes a webinar presented by Dr. Clantha McCurdy of OSFA.
Understanding MA State Financial Aid
This lesson provides a detailed overview of the state-based financial aid programs in Massachusetts and initiatives by the state of MA and Office of Student Financial Assistance (OSFA). This lesson includes a webinar presented by Dr. Clantha McCurdy of OSFA.
After completing this lesson, participants will be able to:
- Identify the major grant and scholarship programs in Massachusetts
- Educate families about Massachusetts-specific programs
- Understand where to go to learn more about programs in Massachusetts
- Complete the MEFA Institute Evidence of Learning Form to earn 1 PDP for this lesson.
Lesson Deliverables
To complete this lesson, participants will:
- Watch the Understanding MA State Financial Aid webinar above
- Download a copy of the MA State Financial Aid Overview and The New MA Tuition Equity Law: Implementation webinar slides
- Download the slides detailing the new MassAid process and calculator
- Read MEFA's blog post, Meet Dr. Clantha McCurdy, a Leader in Massachusetts Higher Education
- Read MEFA's blog post, What to Know About the John & Abigail Adams Scholarship
- Visit the OSFA website
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