MCC Introduces Momentum Scholarships to Support Full-Time Enrollment

Manchester Community College (MCC), in partnership with the Foundation for NH Community Colleges and Granite Edvance, has launched the Momentum Scholarship program this spring to encourage 2026 high school graduates to enroll full-time at MCC in the fall. Each scholarship is worth $750, which is approximately the cost of one class. 

The $25,000 grant from Granite Edvance will help eligible Greater Manchester-area 2026 high school grads begin college with strong academic momentum by enrolling full-time (12+ credits) in fall ’26. Evidence shows that full-time students are more likely to be retained year-to-year, as well as build on that momentum to achieve higher graduation rates than their part-time classmates.

High School Momentum Scholarship awardees will be selected through recommendations from area high schools, based on intent to enroll at MCC, good academic standing and financial need.

Momentum Scholarships for Current MCC Students: Deadline April 17

Momentum Scholarships funded by proceeds from MCC’s 80th anniversary celebration will also be awarded to continuing students (those who are enrolled in spring ’26) and who enroll full-time next fall. A limited number of Momentum Scholarships are also available for students who enroll this summer (for six credits or more and will graduate over the summer or enroll for 12+ credits in fall ’26.)

Register during “Claim Your Classes Week” (April 13-17) or before and you may be eligible for a Momentum Scholarship, worth $250 toward summer or fall tuition. To prepare for fall, Granite Edvance will be on campus that week to help students complete their FAFSAs. Make an appointment with Granite Edvance or schedule an appointment with your advisor to register today!

“We know that students attending full-time are more likely to graduate within three years,” says MCC President Paul Beaudin. Adding, “If you think that you can successfully take 12 or more credits, we want to help support your goal; momentum is important to us and is often the key to successful completion.”