Massachusetts Scholarship

Our scholarship program extends Nawlage Is Power's commitment to education and opportunity beyond our home community in Tampa, Florida.

Whether a student is preparing to attend college, currently pursuing a degree, learning a skilled trade, or completing career-focused training, our goal is to help reduce financial barriers that can make completing an education more difficult.

Scholarship at a Glance

Scholarship Award: To Be Announced
Application Period: Coming Soon
Application Deadline: To Be Announced
Eligible Location: Massachusetts
Application Fee: None

Who Can Apply?

The Nawlage Is Power Massachusetts Scholarship is open to eligible individuals who reside in Massachusetts and are pursuing or planning to pursue an educational or career-training opportunity.

Applicants may include:

• Graduating high school seniors
• Current college or university students
• Community college students
• Trade and vocational school students
• Students enrolled in career-training programs
• Students pursuing qualifying professional or technical certification programs

Applicants must reside in Massachusetts at the time of application and meet all additional requirements established for the applicable scholarship cycle.

Eligible Education Expenses

Scholarship assistance may be used toward approved education-related expenses, including:

• Tuition
• Required educational or program fees
• Books and required learning materials
• Educational supplies
• Trade or vocational training expenses
• Required tools or equipment for an approved training program
• Professional or technical certification expenses
• Other approved education-related expenses

Scholarship funds may be paid directly to an approved educational institution, training provider, or other qualifying provider on behalf of the scholarship recipient.

How Recipients are Selected

Nawlage Is Power will review eligible applications and supporting materials to select scholarship recipients.

Depending on the scholarship cycle, consideration may be given to the applicant's educational or career goals, personal statement, financial circumstances, commitment to completing their education or training, community involvement, and the potential impact of the scholarship on their educational journey.

Meeting the eligibility requirements or submitting an application does not guarantee a scholarship award.

Personal Statement

Applicants will be asked to tell us about themselves and answer a short personal statement question:

Tell us about your educational or career goals, what inspired you to pursue them, and how receiving the Nawlage Is Power Scholarship would help you take the next step toward achieving those goals.

Recommended length: 250–500 words.

How To Apply

Applications for the Nawlage Is Power Massachusetts Scholarship will be available soon.

Applicants will be required to complete the scholarship application and provide any requested supporting documentation before the published deadline.

There is no fee to apply.

Application deadline and award information will be announced once the upcoming scholarship cycle officially opens.

Applicants must provide complete and accurate information. Nawlage Is Power may request documentation to verify Massachusetts residency, enrollment, acceptance into an eligible program, educational expenses, or other information provided in an application.

Incomplete or late applications may not be considered. Scholarship awards are subject to available funding and the requirements established for each scholarship cycle.

Additional terms and conditions may apply and will be provided when applications officially open.

Nawlage Is Power is a Tampa-based nonprofit committed to empowering youth, inspiring communities, and creating pathways to education and career opportunities.

While our community-based programs remain rooted in the Tampa Bay area, our Massachusetts Scholarship represents an expansion of our educational mission. Through this initiative, we can support Massachusetts residents pursuing college, skilled trades, career training, and other educational opportunities while continuing our work with youth and families in Tampa.

Scholarships are made possible through the generosity of individuals, businesses, community partners, and supporters who believe in expanding access to education and career opportunities.

Your support can help Nawlage Is Power provide financial assistance to students working toward their future.

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Have questions about the Nawlage Is Power Massachusetts Scholarship?

Contact Nawlage Is Power through our website for additional information. Scholarship application dates, deadlines, award amounts, and additional requirements will be announced as they become available.