On Wednesday, November 15, 2023, Governor Maura Healey announced MASSGrant Plus Expansion, a new financial aid program for students attending Massachusetts’ public colleges,
including Bristol Community College.
MASSGrant Plus Expansion increases available funds to current beneficiaries of the
MASSGrant Plus program and offers financial aid to students who currently do not qualify
for MASSGrant Plus.
To learn more about MassGrant Plus Expansion at Bristol Community College and how
to complete the FAFSA, please visit www.BristolCC.edu/financialaid. FAFSA for 2024-2025 opens December 31, 2023.
PRESS RELEASE | November 15, 2023
Press Release Healey-Driscoll Administration Announces Historic Financial Aid Expansion
for Massachusetts Public College and University Students
$62 Million Investment Will Make Higher Education More Affordable for 25,000 Massachusetts
Students.
https://www.mass.gov/news/healey-driscoll-administration-announces-historic-financial-aid-expansion-for-massachusetts-public-college-and-university-students
Bristol Community College is grounded in core values centered on student success
and lifelong learning. For 60 years, Bristol has served as a leading resource for
education and workforce development in Massachusetts, with locations in Attleboro,
Fall River, New Bedford, Taunton, and online.
The college offers more than 100 career and transfer programs, along with flexible
online learning options that lead to an associate degree, a career-ready certificate,
or transfer opportunities. It also provides Dual Enrollment and Early College programs,
English language instruction programs, and Adult Basic Education to support learners
at all stages. Bristol’s Economic and Workforce Solutions division is a regional leader
in workforce development, providing customized training for businesses and the community.
Bristol’s National Offshore Wind Institute (NOWI) delivers training in a state-of-the-art facility,
offering globally recognized instruction and certifications for offshore and onshore
wind energy, maritime industries, first responders, and related fields. The college
prioritizes student success through comprehensive support services and career advancement
opportunities that reduce barriers to educational access.
As one of the largest employers in the region, Bristol is committed to fostering
an inclusive environment that reflects a rich diversity of beliefs, cultures, languages,
abilities, and lifestyles.
