Maricopa Tuition Assistance Grant

The Maricopa Grant Program is offered to eligible Arizona high school students attending Maricopa Community Colleges in Dual or Concurrent Enrollment courses. It is a form of tuition assistance available to those students who demonstrate financial need. Proof of financial need does not guarantee funding. Awarding of the Maricopa Grant is based on the availability of funds.

U. S. Department of Health and Human Services 2024 Poverty Guidelines Financial Need Indicated at 200% of Guideline
Persons in Family Poverty Guideline 200%
1 $15,060 $30,120
2 $20,440 $40,880
3 $25,820 $51,640
4 $31,200 $62,400
5 $36,580 $73,160
6 $41,960 $83,920
7 $47,340 $94,680
8 $52,720 $105,440
For families/households with more than 8 persons, add $5,380 for each additional person.
  • Under Arizona state law, a person who is not a United States citizen or who is without lawful immigration status may not receive tuition assistance through the Maricopa Grant Program. Only those with a lawful presence in the US may qualify for Maricopa County Community College District scholarships or federal financial aid. Any information you provide about your legal status when you apply for financial aid or scholarships may be subject to mandatory reporting to federal immigration authorities under AZ law.
  • The Maricopa Grant may be applied toward resident tuition and registration fees in dual and/or concurrent enrollment courses only. Students are responsible for all other fees and charges.
  • The Maricopa Grant may cover a maximum of twelve credit hours per student per year for all Maricopa Community College dual and/or concurrent enrollment courses (number of credits depends on college budget and funding).
  • Students must complete the first semester in which they enroll with a grade of A, B, or C in order to be eligible to receive the Maricopa Grant for the following semester.
  • Withdrawal from a course funded by the Maricopa Grant program after the last date for Official Course Withdrawal will disqualify a student for any future tuition assistance while in high school. A disqualified student may request reconsideration based on extenuating circumstances. The awarding of aid will be at the college’s discretion.

How to Apply

  1. Visit your Student Center and log in using your MEID@maricopa.edu and your Password.
  2. Click on the High School Dual Enroll Forms tile to locate the Maricopa Grant Form.
  3. Complete the form. You will be prompted to fill out 4 pages, which include Submitting your ID, Documentation of Financial Need, Student Consent Form, Parent/Legal Consent Form, Course Pre-Approval, and an Electronic Signature. You must complete the form within 45 minutes. You cannot save your progress.

Important Notice: Completing this form does not register you for dual enrollment courses.