Paul Tsongas Scholarship

The Paul Tsongas Scholarship is a merit-based program that rewards Massachusetts students with a grade point average (G.P.A.) of 3.75 and highly competitive Scholastic Aptitude Test (S.A.T.) scores of at least 1200 (or the American College Testing [A.C.T.] equivalent). Eligible students receive a waiver of tuition and mandatory fees at a Massachusetts state university. The scholarship is designed to recognize and support high-achieving students who plan to attend one of the eight Massachusetts state universities. Students must physically reside in Massachusetts for at least one year as of the start of the enrolled term, with an intent to remain in Massachusetts consistent with Board of Higher Education policy. Recipients must maintain a G.P.A. of 3.3 for continued eligibility for the waiver for four years of study. Each state university may provide five new Paul Tsongas Scholarship Program Tuition Waivers per academic year, making this a competitive and selective opportunity for Massachusetts students seeking higher education.