Maryland Higher Education Commission (MHEC)

State financial assistance programs for college students

A representative from the Maryland Higher Education Commission (MHEC) will share informational materials and answer questions about financial assistance resources for students and families.

Need money for college?​

The Maryland H​igher Education Commission (MHEC) is the ​​State’s higher education regulatory and coordinating board, responsible for establishi​​ng statewide policies for Maryland public & private colleges and universities, as well as for the for-profit career sc​hools. MHEC also administe​rs more than $100 million each year through financial aid programs that positively impact students as they work to achieve their higher education goals. A representative from MHEC will be here to answer questions and provide materials about preparing yourself financially for college -- both beforehand and after graduation.

For adults and teens, particularly parents with HS students in grades 9-11.

Accommodation Requests 

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