Free College
Wondering if you can afford college? You can! Free College has been extended!
High school grads from 2020-2025 (or equivalent) qualify for free tuition! Don’t miss out on the best deal ever.
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What is the Free College Scholarship?The Free College Scholarship makes community college even more affordable for recent high school graduates! If you earned a high school diploma or its equivalent in 2020 – 2025, you qualify for the scholarship that pays 100% of tuition and mandatory fees at WCCC! |
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Who is eligible for a Free College Scholarship?If you graduated high school (or earned the equivalent of a high school diploma, like a GED or Hi-SET) in 2020 – 2025 – you’re eligible. It’s that simple. There are no income or age limits. All you have to do is enroll in a degree or certificate program, accept any state or federal aid you qualify for, and live in Maine while enrolled. That’s it – you’re in! |
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What does the Free College Scholarship cover?This scholarship pays for tuition and mandatory fees, after federal and state grant aid has been applied. Those students who qualify for maximum grant aid may use any additional grant funds to cover the cost of books, supplies, and other related educational expenses. If you need additional financial assistance, contact our financial aid office to see what may be available for you. |
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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.
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 to graduate within two years for a one-year certificate program, or four years for a two year degree program.
No, you just have to be living 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! Noncitizens qualify for the scholarship.
Yes. If you completed a GED or earned a Hi-SET diploma in 2020 – 2025, you are eligible for the scholarship.
The scholarship covers tuition and mandatory fees for the length of your one-year certificate or two-year degree program.
Yes, but there’s a limit. Find your enrollment deadline here: 2020-21 grads – Enroll no later than during the 2023-24 academic year
2022 grads – Enroll no later than during the 2024-25 academic year
2023 grads – Enroll no later than during the 2025-26 academic year
2024 grads – Enroll no later than during the 2026-27 academic year
2025 grads – Enroll no later than during the 2027-28 academic year
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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