FY2027: Early College Support Grant
The FY2027: Early College Support Grant from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education funds research-backed initiatives to strengthen early college programs and improve postsecondary readiness for underserved students.
Funder: Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
Due Dates (Anticipated): June 2027 (Full application deadline, projected) | July 2027 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $120,000 per program (years 1–2 of designation); up to $75,000 (year 3+); approx. $9.1M total available.
Summary: Supports Massachusetts Designated Early College programs to expand capacity, foster college-going culture, and provide robust student supports, with emphasis on underserved populations.
Key Information: Only Designated Early College programs are eligible; funds may not be used for capital expenses or MTRS.
Description
This grant provides targeted support for Massachusetts Early College programs, designed to help high schools and their higher education partners reimagine the high school experience and increase postsecondary readiness, especially for historically underserved students. Funding is intended to build program capacity, promote a pervasive college-going culture, and deliver robust academic and nonacademic supports. Eligible activities include mentorship, tutoring, curriculum alignment, transportation, career development, and social-emotional supports. The program prioritizes partnerships in their first or second year of designation, but all Designated Early College programs are eligible.
