John and Abigail Adams Scholarship

Automatic tuition credit for up to 8 semesters at Massachusetts public colleges for high MCAS scorers (top 25% of their district).

How much

tuition credit: up to resident tuition at state universities/community colleges; $1,417-$1,714 at UMass campuses

Who qualifies

• Massachusetts resident (physically residing in MA for at least one year before the term starts, with intent to remain). Graduated from a MA public high school; MCAS criteria above; full-time (12+ credits) in a certificate, associate or bachelor's program at a MA public college; no prior bachelor's degree. Not in default on student loans and no state aid refund owed.
• For high school seniors, students starting college, undergrads
• U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or Title IV-eligible noncitizen; or a state-approved eligibility status under the Massachusetts tuition equity law (MASFA filers)

When to apply

Apply any time Automatic; notification each fall of senior year. Usable for up to 8 semesters.

How to apply

1. No application
2. Eligible students are notified in the fall of senior year
3. File the FAFSA (or MASFA) each year and enroll full-time at a MA public college

What you'll need

FAFSA + test scores

Last checked

October 5, 2026, against the official page (mass.edu) and page 2