FY2027: High School Equivalency
Forecasted
The FY2027: High School Equivalency grant from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education funds test center operations, technology, and accessibility to support high-quality HSE testing statewide.
Funder: Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
Due Dates (Anticipated): May 2027 (Application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: ~$247,953 total; individual awards typically range from $1,300 to $17,717 per test center; project period: July 2026 – June 2027 (anticipated)
Summary: Supports operational, technology, and accessibility needs for approved Massachusetts High School Equivalency Test Centers.
Key Information: Only approved HSE Test Centers are eligible; funding levels are pre-set by center.
Description
This grant program provides state funding to support the operations of High School Equivalency (HSE) Test Centers across Massachusetts. The funding is intended to cover costs related to test administration, technology upgrades, staffing (including accommodations for students with disabilities or English language learners), materials, and necessary travel for professional meetings. The program prioritizes maintaining high-quality, accessible testing environments and gives preference to centers in strategic transformation regions to ensure equitable access to high school equivalency resources.
