Scholarships and Grants

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Scholarships and grants are funds that don’t need to be paid back.

There are need-based and merit scholarships. Some may be available directly from your school/department and some you have to apply for separately through external sources such as state or federal government, private donors, and corporations.

JHU Program-Specific Scholarships

To explore various scholarships available from both Hopkins and external sources as well as additional types of funding, please visit your school’s page.

Undergraduate Aid

Graduate Aid

State Scholarship Programs

Maryland Scholarships

For Maryland residents, the Maryland Higher Education Commission provides funding to support qualified, full-time and part-time undergraduate and graduate students. For more information on Maryland state aid, please visit the MHEC website. Maryland residents must apply (using the FAFSA) no later than March 1 to be considered for Maryland state scholarships.

Edward T. and Mary A. Conroy Student Grant Program and Jean B. Cryor Memorial Scholarship Program. Learn more from MHEC.

  • Veterans must apply by June 15 of each year.
    • Maryland statute limits the number of Conroy-Cryor scholarships to 15 annually. Maryland institutions must request a veteran slot for the upcoming award year by July 1. MHEC will make the final determination of eligibility. The June 15 deadline applies to applicants who are themselves veterans.
  • All other applicants should apply by July 15 of each year.
  • JHU application to the Conroy and Cryor Programs
Other State Scholarship Programs

Students from certain states may be eligible for state grants or scholarships to help fund their education. Check with your state higher education agency for eligibility requirements. Some states may require a separate scholarship application for consideration for state funds. Apply early, as each state has a specific deadline and application process.

Federal Grants

Federal Pell Grant (PELL)

The Federal Pell Grant program provides grants to students pursuing a first undergraduate degree. Pell Grants are awarded to students who meet strict eligibility requirements and who demonstrate exceptionally high financial need. Students must submit the FAFSA to determine Pell Grant eligibility.

Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG)

The Federal SEOG program provides funds to students who demonstrate exceptional financial need. When awarding FSEOG, the Financial Aid Office gives award priority to Pell grant recipients first. FSEOG awards range from $400 to $3,000 and are subject to the availability of funds.

TEACH Grants
Students who intend to teach in a high-need field in a public or private elementary or secondary school that serves students from low-income families may wish to consider applying for the federal  TEACH Grant. Students interested in applying for the TEACH Grant are required to submit the School of Education Request for Federal TEACH Grant to their academic advisor for approval.
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