Modernizes MassGrant financial aid program for Massachusetts undergraduate students.
The bill modernizes the MassGrant financial aid program in Massachusetts, enhancing accessibility and efficiency. It establishes a digital system for application and administration, sets up an expedited appeals process, and mandates training for high school counselors. The program requires students to be Massachusetts residents, U.S. citizens or permanent residents, and enrolled in eligible institutions. Awards are based on financial need, cost of attendance, and other relevant factors. The bill also creates a Financial Aid Access Commission to review program data and make recommendations.
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