NORTH EAST, MD — Cecil College has opened scholarship applications for the 2027-28 academic year, offering current and prospective students access to financial assistance ranging from $100 to full tuition and fees through a single application administered by the Cecil College Foundation.
The application period runs from Oct. 1, 2026, through April 30, 2027, covering students planning to enroll during the fall 2027 and spring 2028 semesters.
The foundation awarded approximately $487,633 in scholarships to 345 students for the 2026-27 academic year, according to the college, providing financial support for tuition, fees and other educational expenses.
Those awards averaged approximately $1,413 per recipient, although individual scholarship amounts vary depending on eligibility and donor requirements.
The college’s application system allows students to be considered for all foundation scholarships by completing one online submission, rather than applying separately for individual awards.
Scholarships are available to current and prospective students, including recent high school graduates and adults returning to college.
Eligibility criteria vary by scholarship and may include financial need, academic performance, intended field of study and other conditions established by donors.
The foundation’s scholarships are supported by contributions from individuals, families, businesses, alumni and community organizations.
Among the available awards is the Hiram C. Brown, Sr. Memorial and F. Donaldson Brown Memorial Scholarship, which supports students pursuing interests in the arts and social service.
The foundation also provides assistance for students entering healthcare professions through initiatives such as the Health Education Lift Program (HELP) Fund.
Recent HELP awards supplied incoming nursing students with equipment required for their education and clinical preparation, including stethoscopes, blood pressure cuffs and other medical instruments.
Depending on the award, foundation scholarships can help cover tuition, mandatory fees and required textbooks, reducing the direct costs students face while completing their education.
Students interested in applying must have a Cecil College student email address and password to access the scholarship application.
Prospective students who have not yet applied for admission must begin that process to obtain the necessary login credentials.
Applicants are encouraged to provide detailed information about their academic interests, educational objectives, career plans and reasons for seeking financial assistance.
The application also allows students to describe extracurricular activities, volunteer experience and community service when applicable.
The deadline to submit applications for the 2027-28 academic year is April 30, 2027.
Students can apply online at www.cecil.edu/scholarships.
For questions about scholarship eligibility or the application process, contact the Cecil College Foundation at 410-287-1146 or foundation@cecil.edu.
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