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Cambridge School Volunteers recruits and trains adults to support the academic and personal success of Cambridge Public School students during and after school. Tutoring is offered onsite at area public schools and after school programs as well as in the Teen Room at the Cambridge Public Library. To learn more call 617-349-6794 or email csv@cpsd.us .
FAFSA (or Free Application for Federal Student Aid)
FAFSA is the form you need to fill out to get any financial aid from the federal government to help pay for college. Many states and colleges also use the FAFSA to determine which students get financial aid—and how much they’ll get. The FAFSA asks for information about you and your family’s finances, including tax returns, so you might need your parents’ help to complete it. If you need additional help, reach out to your school counselor. Completion of the FAFSA is a great first step to being eligible for financial aid. It also helps determine if you are eligible for a PELL Grant.
A Pell Grant is money the government provides for students who need to pay for college. Grants, unlike loans, do not have to be repaid. Eligible students receive a specified amount each year under this program. You’re eligible for a Pell Grant if you are eligible for federal financial aid, complete the FAFSA, and your Expected Family Contribution (EFC) falls below a certain amount. If you are eligible for a Pell Grant, you may be able to attend Massachusetts state and community colleges tuition-free.
Many colleges and universities offer non-federal scholarships to applicants. To be eligible, interested applicants should complete the CSS Profile. A list of participating schools is available online.
MassTransfer is a state program that encourages students to earn a 2-year Associates Degree at community college to keep college costs low. Students who do so and maintain a “B” average are guaranteed transfer admission to a State U or UMass to complete their our junior & senior years—with no application fees or essays.
City of Cambridge Scholarship Fund
The City of Cambridge Scholarship Fund provides financial assistance to Cambridge residents who wish to pursue post secondary education. In 2022, the City awarded 81 scholarships of $3,000 each for a total $243,000.
CRLS Scholarships – The main resource page for CRLS students interested in scholarships.
uAspire – CRLS has contracted with uAspire to assist our students to file their financial aid forms. This service is an exclusive free service for CRLS students and their families. uAspire holds office hours at CRLS in the Career and College Resource Center on Thursdays and Friday from 9AM - 3:30PM.
CRLS Career & College Resource Center – The CCRC provides CRLS students with resources for college applications, scholarships & financial assistance, as well as SAT, ACT, TOEFL and other forms of college testing. Career development and exploration are also available.
There are numerous organizations that help Cambridge youth get into and succeed in college. A good place to track these down is via Cambridge’s online resource website, FindItCambridge.org (pro tip: select “services” and search for “college preparation”).
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