ReEntry Scholarship Program

Description

USM is proud to offer two ReEntry Scholarships, both programs are designed to support student who have experienced a cumulative gap in their education of 5 or more years.

The Osher ReEntry Scholarship was established at the USM Foundation in 2009 with a gift from the Bernard Osher Foundation. 

The CrankStart ReEntry Scholarship was established at the USM Foundation in 2021 with a gift from the Crankstart Foundation. 

Eligibility

  • Students have experienced a cumulative gap in their education of 5 or more years
  • Students are at the undergraduate level and pursuing their first baccalaureate degree, either full or part-time (minimum enrollment of 6 credit hours per semester).
  • Students may not be enrolled in exclusively online programs.  Online courses are allowed, provided students are not enrolled exclusively online.
  • Students anticipate participation in the workforce for a significant period of time subsequent to graduation
  • Demonstrated financial need, not necessarily on their FAFSA
  • Academic promise and commitment to obtaining their degree
  • For Osher ReEntry Scholarship applicants, students must be enrolled 50% of their credits in-person each semester.

Award Amount

Up to $5,000 per academic year

Deadline

August 15th

How to Apply

Submit Reentry Scholarship application, including a statement of educational purpose and a statement of financial need. Once a student has applied, their are considered for either the Osher or CrankStart ReEntry Scholarship, students cannot receive both scholarships.

How to Renew

Submit renewal Reentry Scholarship application, including a statement of educational purpose and a statement of financial need.

Contact

Nancy Varin
Assistant Director of Financial Aid - Scholarships
Luther Bonney Hall, Room 136, Portland Campus
207-780-5330
Disclaimer: Be sure to read the criteria for individual scholarships carefully. Most scholarships have enrollment and GPA requirements. Award amounts may vary each year and are subject to fund availability. As an NCAA Division III school, USM is prohibited from awarding scholarships based on athletic participation.
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