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Financial Aid & Scholarships

Financial Aid & Scholarships

uAspire RESOURCES FOR NEW BEDFORD PUBLIC SCHOOLS

uAspire is a non-profit organization. Its mission is to ensure that financial aid information and resources are provided to all students. The focus is on removing barriers to provide equitable opportunities to pursue post-secondary education. 

The link below will take you directly to uAspire resources, which are available in several languages. If you need help with accessing support for financial aid applications, please see your school counselor or email Mrs. McGuire, College & Career Information Coordinator.

uAspire resources

IMPORTANT WEBSITES

What is the FAFSA?

Completing the FAFSA, or Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®), is necessary to be considered for federal student aid, including federal grants, work-study, loans, etc.  It is free to complete and submit the FAFSA, and doing so provides you with access to financial aid to pay for college or career school.

Many states use your FAFSA information to see if you qualify for state aid, and colleges use it for school aid. Private financial aid providers may also ask for your FAFSA information to determine whether you qualify for their aid.

Applying for financial aid can feel overwhelming. There are many opportunities for New Bedford Public Schools students to receive help with the financial aid process, from in person presentations and work sessions to remote events. If you are not sure where to begin, see your school counselor.

Financial AID Webinars from MEFA:

Who needs and FSA ID? 

How to Create an FSA ID?

Blog entries from MEFA (Massachusetts Educational Financing Authority)

For scholarship listings, visit the scholarship information page

NBHS SCHOLARSHIP PROCESS

All members of the NBHS Senior Class who are continuing their education after graduation are encouraged to complete the NBHS Scholarship Application, one application that is used for multiple local awards. The link to the New Bedford High School Scholarship Application will be posted here when available. Applications are typically due in early April.

The timeline and checklist below, provided by uAspire, will help seniors and their caregivers with the process. Although this information may change slightly from year to year, younger students can get an idea of what to expect with this process. We are pleased to share these documents in multiple languages. (Thank you, uAspire!)