South Coast residents can get FREE college starting this fall at Bristol Community College

Massachusetts residents that are 25 and older will now be able to get a tuition-free associate degree or certificate at their local community college. After state lawmakers passed a 2024 budget in July, Governor Maura Healey signed it into law allocating $229 million for higher education institutions and scholarships for students.

MassReconnect will officially launch at Bristol Community College for the upcoming Fall 2023 semester, beginning September 5th. This will cover the cost of community college for Massachusetts residents 25 and older without a previous college degree, the program is available to new and current BCC students.

MassReconnect requires that students:

• Complete their FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid).
• Be admitted to a certificate or degree program
• Be registered for six or more credits.

For more information on the program and how to register click here.