Christian A. Herter Memorial Scholarship

Eligibility

• Be enrolled in the 10th or 11th grade at a public or private secondary school in Massachusetts.
• Physically reside in Massachusetts with an intent to remain in Massachusetts consistent with Board of Higher Education policy.
• Be a U.S. citizen, permanent legal resident, eligible non-citizen under Title IV regulations, or have approved Massachusetts High School Completer eligibility under the state's tuition equity law.
• Have a cumulative GPA of at least 2.5 on a 4.0 scale.
• Demonstrate difficult personal circumstances or significant obstacles that have affected educational opportunities.
• Demonstrate high financial need.
• Show strong academic promise and the ability to continue education beyond high school.
• Be nominated by a school or qualified community agency or organization.

Requirements

• Receive a nomination from an eligible school or qualified community agency or organization.
• Complete the Christian A. Herter Memorial Scholarship online application after receiving nomination access.
• Submit the required autobiographical essay describing future goals and aspirations.
• Provide required financial and household information.
• Upload all required supporting documentation by the application deadline.
• If selected, graduate from a Massachusetts public or private secondary school.
• Enroll full-time in an eligible undergraduate program after high school graduation.
• Complete the FAFSA or another Massachusetts-approved state financial aid application annually while receiving the scholarship.
• Complete applicable financial aid verification requirements.

How to Apply

1. 1Ask an eligible school or qualified community organization to nominate you for the Christian A. Herter Memorial Scholarship.
2. 2After nomination, watch for an email containing instructions for creating your Herter Scholarship application account.
3. 3Create your online scholarship account and complete the student application.
4. 4Write and submit the required autobiographical essay describing your goals, aspirations, hardships, and experiences.
5. 5Have your parent or guardian complete required household financial information when applicable.
6. 6Upload all required supporting documentation.
7. 7Submit the completed application by February 12, 2027.
8. 8If selected as a Herter Scholar, complete the FAFSA or approved equivalent financial aid application annually once you enter college.