Grant opportunity · Maryland Higher Education Commission, Office of Student Financial Assistance

Howard P. Rawlings Educational Assistance (EA) Grant

$400 – $3,000 per award

About this opportunity

The Howard P. Rawlings Educational Assistance (EA) Grant is a need-based grant that provides financial assistance to eligible Maryland residents enrolled at postsecondary institutions for educational expenses. It is part of the Delegate Howard P. Rawlings Educational Excellence Awards. Students may receive between $400 and $3,000 per year for up to four years (initial year plus up to three renewals), contingent on availability of funds. Award amounts are calculated based on the OSFA-adjusted institutional cost of attendance, adjusted for housing/living status and a regional cost of living factor, minus the Student Aid Index (SAI), certain state awards, and the federal Pell Grant. There is no separate application — students are automatically considered when they file the FAFSA or MHEC On…

Who may apply

individual

Deadline

2026-03-01

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