At a glance
Free if eligible- What it covers
- At PGCC, this last-dollar scholarship covers remaining tuition and mandatory fees after federal/state aid, subject to the college’s eligibility and award decision. The current college page does not quote a universal guaranteed cash award or a current-year maximum.As of Oct 16, 2026 · Prince George’s Community College ↗
- Income / financial rules
- The college lists AGI limits of $100,000 or less for independent single students/one-parent dependent households, and $150,000 or less for independent married students/two-parent dependent households. Its table uses 2024 tax information for 2026–27; confirm your dependency and year.As of Oct 16, 2026 · Prince George’s Community College ↗
- Who to check first
- Be a Maryland high-school graduate/GED recipient eligible for in-state tuition, enrolled or planning eligible credit certificate, associate-degree or licensure/certification sequence study. The college excludes applicants with a prior associate or bachelor’s degree.As of Oct 16, 2026 · Prince George’s Community College ↗
- Application timing
- PGCC currently lists FAFSA/One App by April 1, 2027 and 2026–27 Promise forms. Confirm the correct term and credit/noncredit process with PGCC; this is not a verified statewide date.As of Oct 16, 2026 · Prince George’s Community College ↗
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
- 1Check PGCC’s intended-year forms and submit FAFSA or, if eligible for the alternative route, MHEC One App. PGCC currently lists April 1, 2027 and separate 2026–27 credit/noncredit applications; ask the college to confirm the date that applies to your term.As of Oct 16, 2026 · Prince George’s Community College ↗
- 2Complete the correct PGCC Promise form and send requested GPA/GED, income-year and other evidence directly to PGCC. The school page distinguishes required FAFSA/One App for credit students from its encouragement to noncredit applicants to file to reduce documentation.As of Oct 16, 2026 · Prince George’s Community College ↗
- 3Have PGCC confirm the actual award after other aid, eligible credits/sequence, remaining fees and current-year cap before relying on the support. The statewide page still describes a different aid year, so confirm unresolved differences with the college.As of Oct 16, 2026 · Maryland Higher Education Commission ↗As of Oct 16, 2026 · Prince George’s Community College ↗
- 4For renewal, file annually by the stated April 1 requirement and maintain the applicable residency, income, course completion/SAP and 2.5 credit-programme GPA conditions. PGCC describes renewal for up to three years; the actual college renewal decision still applies.As of Oct 16, 2026 · Prince George’s Community College ↗
What to watch for
Common questions
What is the main benefit?
At PGCC, this last-dollar scholarship covers remaining tuition and mandatory fees after federal/state aid, subject to the college’s eligibility and award decision. The current college page does not quote a universal guaranteed cash award or a current-year maximum.
Is there an income limit?
The college lists AGI limits of $100,000 or less for independent single students/one-parent dependent households, and $150,000 or less for independent married students/two-parent dependent households. Its table uses 2024 tax information for 2026–27; confirm your dependency and year.
When should I apply?
PGCC currently lists FAFSA/One App by April 1, 2027 and 2026–27 Promise forms. Confirm the correct term and credit/noncredit process with PGCC; this is not a verified statewide date.
Sources & verification
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