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The Future You Want — Tuition-Free!
Pay ZERO tuition if you’re a recent high school graduate in Maine!
Don’t miss out on the Maine Free College Scholarship. If you graduated from high school since 2023, enroll now and receive free tuition at WCCC! Learn a trade, prepare to transfer, and participate in lots of hands-on, practical training to learn the skills you need for the job you want.
Enroll part-time or full-time in any certificate or degree program!
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What is the Free College Scholarship?The Maine Free College Scholarship makes community college even more affordable! If you earned a high school diploma or its equivalent since 2023, you qualify for the scholarship. For 2023-2025 graduates, the scholarship covers 100% of tuition and mandatory fees; for the Class of 2026 and beyond, it covers 100% of tuition. That’s a savings of almost $3,000 a year! Here’s how it works. |
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Who is eligible for a Free College Scholarship?If you graduated high school (or earned the equivalent such as the Hi-SET) since 2023 – you’re automatically considered for the scholarship. It’s that simple. There are no income or age limits. All you have to do is be a Maine resident and live here while enrolled, pursue a degree or certificate program, and accept any state or federal aid you qualify for before the scholarship is applied. That’s it – you’re in! |
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What does the Free College Scholarship cover?For graduates in 2023, 2024, and 2025, it covers 100% of tuition and mandatory fees, after federal and state grant aid has been applied. For graduates in 2026 and beyond, it will cover 100% of tuition. Students qualifying for maximum federal and state grant aid will have additional grant funds available to cover books, supplies, and other related educational expenses. |
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Sounds good to me! How do I sign up?Apply to WCCC– or just fill out the form on this page. Our Office of Admissions will contact you to help you figure out your pathway for success as a student at WCCC! Whatever you need, we’ll help you get there. |
Frequently Asked Questions
There is no application for the Free College Scholarship. If you are eligible and enroll at WCCC, our financial aid office will work with you to award the scholarship. When you apply, you are automatically considered for the scholarship. There’s no scholarship application you need to fill out. Just go ahead and apply to get started! Here is a flyer that explains the steps and how Free College works.
No, but studies show that full-time students do better academically, so we encourage attending full-time. But we understand that isn’t always possible. We’ll work with you to keep you on track.
No, you just have to be a Maine resident and live in Maine while enrolled in college.
The FAFSA is the Free Application For Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). It’s used by all schools to determine eligibility for federal and state financial aid. It might seem complicated, but most people can complete the FAFSA in less than 30 minutes online. If you need help, there are advisors standing by at FAMEmaine.com/fafsa You can also contact our financial aid office at 207-454-1000 or visit https://wccc.me.edu/admissions-aid/finances/financial-aid/ Yes. If you completed a GED or earned a Hi-SET diploma in 2023 or beyond, you are eligible for the scholarship.
Eligible students from the graduating classes of 2023, 2024, and 2025 have up to 200% of program time to access the scholarship – or four years of access in a two-year associate degree program. Graduates in the Class of 2026 and beyond have access for up to 150% of time, or three years of access in a two-year associate degree program.
Yes, but there’s a limit. Find your enrollment deadline here: Yes, but there’s a limit. Find your enrollment deadline here:
If you need additional financial assistance, contact our financial aid office to see what may be available for you. 207-454-1000 or fa@wccc.me.edu
Absolutely! For half of our students grant aid covers most, or all, of their tuition and fees. Maine’s community colleges also offer a number of tuition waiver or free college options, like free short-term workforce training.
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