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Giving Tuesday
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Creating a Path to Higher Education with Scholarships and Financial Aid

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70+ scholarships for undergraduate, graduate, & career training.

Impact

See how we impact our community and inspire students to Go Higher.

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Impact at a Glance

17-3

$1 Million

in scholarships & interest-free loans  annually

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300 +
students supported annually
22-2
36 %
of recipients are first-generation college students
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61 %
of our recipients attend Maryland colleges

What We Offer

Central Scholarship helps determined Maryland students build better lives and fulfilling careers by providing crucial support enabling them to complete an accredited college degree or career-training program.

 
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Undergraduate Scholarships
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Career Training Grants
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Graduate & Professional Scholarships
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Interest-Free Loans
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College Cash® - Financial Literacy
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Emergency Funding
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Persistence Funding
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Opportunity Funding
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Student Awards Ceremony
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We have achieved national recognition for our financial transparency and positive reviews by students.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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