In addition to state and federal sources of financial aid available to qualified students, BHCC offers a number of scholarships to incoming students. By combining state and/or federal grants with College scholarships, some students may be able to cover their entire cost of attending BHCC, including books, transportation and living expenses. Depending on a student’s financial need, a BHCC scholarship may make it possible for the student to defer taking a federal grant, thus extending eligibility for PELL support so that it can be used for completion of a baccalaureate degree.
All scholarship applicants must complete the appropriate application form, submit a FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) form, and write a short essay. Applications can be found, when made available, on the Scholarships page
Scholarships available to new students
BHCC Charlestown Resident Award
New or continuing BHCC student who is a resident of the Charlestown, MA community. Continuing students must have a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher.
Amount: $500 for tuition and fees for the Fall semester. Award will renew in the Spring semester if the student maintains eligibility requirements
Application deadline: 3/6/2026
BHCC Deborah Bruce Memorial Scholarship
New students must be enrolled in the Medical Radiology program at BHCC, intending to complete an associate degree. They must demonstrate financial need through completion of a Free Application for Federal Student Aid/FAFSA. (In the rare cases where the student is unable to complete a FAFSA, a letter from an academic advisor, healthcare provider, guidance counselor or another person approved by the BHCC Office of Student Financial Services certifying the student’s extreme financial need will be considered.) Student must maintain the requisite academic grade point averages to remain in the program and be eligible for the scholarship.
Amount: $2,500 will be awarded annually, $1,250 disbursed by semester, beginning in the fall 2025 semester and concluding in spring semester 2029. The award may be used to cover tuition, fees, and other expenses necessary for the completion of their degree.
Application Deadline: Scholarship not available
BHCC Foundation Gala Scholarship for New Students
New BHCC student who has a high school completion with a GPA of 3.0 or higher, financial need as demonstrated by FAFSA, Plan to attend BHCC full-time (12 credits or more) for Fall. Intend to complete an associate degree at BHCC and meet at least twice per semester with the Gala Scholarship academic coordinator in Life Map.
Amount: $2,500 per semester for a maximum of $10,000 over 4 semesters. This scholarship can be combined with federal (Pell) or state grants.
Application Deadline: 10/30/2026
Frank J. Bellairs Memorial Scholarship
New Culinary Arts student who is enrolled in a minimum of two (2) courses for the Spring semester. Preference will be given to students who entered BHCC with a GED, or to non-traditional or adult learners.
Amount: $500 for the Fall semester. Scholarship will renew the Spring semester if the student maintains eligibility requirements and a cumulative GPA of 2.00 or higher. Scholarship may be used to purchase the necessary books, supplies and/or uniforms required by a student in the program or for tuition and fees.
Application deadline: 3/6/2026
Nancy Myers Memorial Scholarship
For a new student who meets the following criteria: accepted into a BHCC degree program; registered as a full-time student (12 credits or more); have a 2.5 G.P.A. or better at time of application deadline; demonstrate involvement in both community and high school.
Amount: In-state tuition and fees up to 12 credits for Fall. Renewable for Spring and possibly future semesters if eligibility criteria is maintained.
Application deadline: 3/6/2026
President's High School Scholarship
One graduating senior from each of the high schools listed on the webpage. Nominated by a high school guidance counselor/principal/headmaster (or designee). Recipient will be eligible for this scholarship upon meeting the following criteria: be accepted into a BHCC degree or certificate program; have earned a strong GPA, preference of 3.00 or higher at the close of the high school academic year; be an active member of the high school and community.
Amount: In-state tuition and fees (up to 12 credits) for the Fall semester. Scholarship will renew in the Spring semester if the student maintains eligibility requirements.
Application Deadline: 5/1/2026