At a glance
Free if eligible- What it covers
- Foundation-administered scholarships support certificates/licenses, apprenticeships and degree study through a single application. The associate track lists $100–$3,500 by need; bachelor’s awards list $250–$7,500 and are competitive, not automatic.As of Oct 16, 2026 · New Hampshire Charitable Foundation ↗
- Income / financial rules
- Degree tracks consider financial need using FAFSA Submission Summary/SAI and may request the college aid package. FAFSA-ineligible applicants must contact the foundation’s Student Aid team for instructions; citizenship is not considered in award decisions.As of Oct 16, 2026 · New Hampshire Charitable Foundation ↗
- Who to check first
- Be a New Hampshire resident applying for a qualifying scholarship track. The common application matches applicants to opportunities; each track/fund has its own criteria.As of Oct 16, 2026 · New Hampshire Charitable Foundation ↗As of Oct 16, 2026 · New Hampshire Charitable Foundation ↗
- Application timing
- 2026–27 rolling credential/associate and named adult/special bachelor’s tracks: December 11, 2026, 5pm ET. Standard under-24 bachelor’s and all graduate tracks: April 10, 2026, already closed as of this review. Check the branch rather than assuming all awards remain open.As of Oct 16, 2026 · New Hampshire Charitable Foundation ↗
Check your eligibility
Some items describe alternative routes rather than requirements for everyone. Use the route that applies to you as a preparation checklist; the program makes the eligibility decision.
How to apply
- 1Prepare essays, recommender names/emails, a transcript if enrolled in the last five years, and FAFSA/SAI documentation. Contact Student Aid for FAFSA-ineligible instructions instead of abandoning the application.As of Oct 16, 2026 · New Hampshire Charitable Foundation ↗
- 2Create/sign into ScholarshipSource and submit the common application by your specific track’s deadline. NH community-college students should also apply through the Community College System award portal.As of Oct 16, 2026 · New Hampshire Charitable Foundation ↗
What to watch for
Common questions
What is the main benefit?
Foundation-administered scholarships support certificates/licenses, apprenticeships and degree study through a single application. The associate track lists $100–$3,500 by need; bachelor’s awards list $250–$7,500 and are competitive, not automatic.
Is there an income limit?
Degree tracks consider financial need using FAFSA Submission Summary/SAI and may request the college aid package. FAFSA-ineligible applicants must contact the foundation’s Student Aid team for instructions; citizenship is not considered in award decisions.
When should I apply?
2026–27 rolling credential/associate and named adult/special bachelor’s tracks: December 11, 2026, 5pm ET. Standard under-24 bachelor’s and all graduate tracks: April 10, 2026, already closed as of this review. Check the branch rather than assuming all awards remain open.
Sources & verification
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