Jack F. Tolbert Memorial Student Grant Program
The Jack F. Tolbert Memorial Student Grant helps Maryland residents attend approved private career schools full-time for workforce-focused education and training.
Funder: Maryland Higher Education Commission
Due Dates: March 1 (FAFSA preferred) | Rolling (Contact institution for application)
Funding Amounts: Financial assistance for full-time students at approved private career schools in Maryland; award amount varies by year and institution.
Summary: Provides financial aid to eligible Maryland residents enrolled full-time at approved private career schools.
Key Information: FAFSA by March 1 is preferred; application is managed through the school with a rolling deadline.
Description
The Jack F. Tolbert Memorial Student Grant Program offers financial support to full-time students attending approved private career schools in Maryland. Administered by the Maryland Higher Education Commission (MHEC) through its Office of Student Financial Assistance (OSFA), the program is part of the state’s commitment to expanding access to career-focused postsecondary education beyond public colleges and universities. The grant is designed to help Maryland residents pursue workforce-oriented education at private career schools that have received MHEC approval.
