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BCCC Workforce Creation Scholarship 2026 - Maryland

Deadline 13 February 2026 (BCCC Foundation spring semester deadline) Closed · Hosted by Baltimore City Community College · Published
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The BCCC Workforce Creation Scholarship grew out of Baltimore City Community College''s push to fill bioscience, construction, allied health, and other shortage fields with Baltimore City talent. Historic college materials describe awards that pay tuition, fees, and books for students in approved degree, certificate, or critical workforce programs who live in Baltimore City, show financial need, and enroll full-time (12–15 credits) or part-time (6–11 credits). Today the BCCC Foundation routes most scholarship aid, including workforce-focused funds, through one AcademicWorks application each semester. For spring 2026, the foundation lists a 13 February 2026 deadline.

Workforce aid (varies)
Tuition + fees + books
Approved BCCC programs
Certificate or degree
Spring foundation deadline
13 Feb 2026
Maryland residents
Baltimore City
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What is the BCCC Workforce Creation Scholarship?

The BCCC Workforce Creation Scholarship name still shows up in Maryland college guides because Baltimore City Community College once rolled out dozens of awards aimed at city residents training for bioscience labs, construction trades, nursing, and other shortage careers. College newsletters described a package that paid tuition, mandatory fees, and books while students committed to coaching, career services, and other support designed to keep them on track to a credential.

BCCC has since centralized most private and foundation aid through AcademicWorks, so you will not always see the words Workforce Creation on the login screen even when you are competing for the same type of workforce funding. The practical path in 2026 is to enroll in an eligible program, file FAFSA, and submit the general BCCC Foundation application before the published semester deadline. Spring 2026 applications are due 13 February 2026 according to the official Apply for a Scholarship page.

Geography matters more than your major alone. Historic rules limited the pool to Baltimore City residents, which is narrower than statewide Maryland grants such as the Community College Promise Scholarship. If you live in the city and plan to stay in a two-year workforce track locally, this guide captures the intent of the Workforce Creation brand and the documents you need today.

Pair this scholarship search with BCCC career counseling early. Workforce programmes often have fixed course sequences, and foundation staff may prioritize students who already mapped their credit load and can show financial need on FAFSA. Reapply each semester through AcademicWorks because many awards are term-based rather than four-year guarantees.

Who can apply

Eligibility

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    Baltimore City resident
    Historic Workforce Creation criteria require you to live in Baltimore City, Maryland. Suburban Baltimore County or other Maryland addresses do not qualify unless official BCCC rules change for the current cycle.
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    Enroll in an approved workforce program at BCCC
    You must pursue an approved degree, certificate, or critical workforce-shortage program at Baltimore City Community College. Examples cited in college outreach include bioscience, construction technology, and allied health pathways.
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    U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen
    You need citizenship or eligible non-citizen status for federal and state aid, consistent with BCCC financial aid policies. Complete FAFSA or the state alternative if the foundation requires it for matching.
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    Demonstrate financial need
    Workforce Creation scholarships target students with documented financial need. File FAFSA with BCCC school code 002061 and be ready to submit foundation income verification if requested.
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    Full-time or part-time credit load
    Eligible credit loads historically ranged from 6–11 credits (part-time) to 12–15 credits (full-time). Pick a schedule that matches your program map and scholarship requirements.
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    Participate in wrap-around student services
    Original programme materials ask recipients to take part in support services designed to help them finish on time. Treat advising, tutoring, or career sessions as part of the award, not optional extras.
What you get

Benefits

  • Tuition Historically covered for eligible recipients
  • Mandatory fees Included in historic Workforce Creation package
  • Books Listed as covered in original programme
  • Living expenses or transportation Not described as covered
  • Award amount today Varies by fund and semester
  • Renewability Reapply each semester through AcademicWorks
  • Open to non-Baltimore City residents No under historic rules
What to prepare

Document checklist

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    BCCC Foundation AcademicWorks application
    Create or sign in with your BCCC email at bccc.academicworks.com, complete the general scholarship application, and answer any workforce-specific questions that appear in your account.
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    Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
    File FAFSA at fafsa.gov listing BCCC (002061). Many foundation awards, including workforce scholarships, use FAFSA data to confirm need.
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    BCCC admission and program acceptance
    Apply and enroll in an eligible credit or workforce program. Nursing and some health tracks may require separate program admission beyond general college entry.
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    Proof of Baltimore City residency
    Gather documents the foundation accepts for city residency, such as a driver license, lease, or utility bill matching Baltimore City limits.
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    BCCC Foundation Income Verification form
    Download and submit the foundation income verification PDF if your application status requests it. Link is on the Apply for a Scholarship page.
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    Academic transcript or placement results
    Provide high school or college transcripts and any placement test results BCCC requires so you can register for the correct workforce courses.
Step by step

How to apply

Select an approved degree, certificate, or job-training pathway on the Degrees and Career Pathways pages. Confirm separate admissions steps if you pick nursing or allied health.
Submit FAFSA or the Maryland MHEC One App alternative if you cannot file FAFSA. Financial aid must be in motion before the foundation can match you to funds.
Use your BCCC email to sign up at bccc.academicworks.com, confirm the verification email (check spam), and log in to the scholarship hub.
One application can place you in the pool for dozens of awards, including workforce and automatch scholarships. Fill every field and upload supporting documents promptly.
Download the BCCC Foundation Income Verification form from the Apply for a Scholarship page and upload it when AcademicWorks requests additional proof.
The foundation lists 13 February 2026 for spring semester scholarship consideration. Earlier submission gives staff time to request missing items.
Award decisions post in AcademicWorks and via BCCC email. Accept offers by the date listed and work with financial aid to apply credits to your bill.
When

Deadline and timeline

Application deadline
13 February 2026 (BCCC Foundation spring semester deadline)
Closed
Fall 2025 - Winter 2026
Apply to BCCC, register for workforce courses, and file FAFSA for the spring term.
January 2026
Open AcademicWorks, finish the general scholarship application, and upload residency or income forms.
13 February 2026
BCCC Foundation spring scholarship application deadline per the official Apply page.
Late February 2026
Foundation reviews applications and matches students to available workforce and general funds.
March 2026
Students receive award notices in AcademicWorks and via BCCC email.
Spring 2026 onward
Scholarship dollars apply toward tuition, fees, and books while you complete your workforce program.
Questions

FAQ

What is the BCCC Workforce Creation Scholarship?

It is a Baltimore City Community College initiative that connects Baltimore City residents to scholarships for high-demand workforce degrees and certificates. Original college publications promised tuition, fees, and book support for students in approved shortage fields who demonstrate financial need.

Who qualifies for the BCCC Workforce Creation Scholarship?

Historic rules require Baltimore City residency, enrollment in an approved BCCC workforce program, U.S. citizenship or eligible non-citizen status, financial need, and a credit load between part-time (6–11 credits) and full-time (12–15 credits). Current awards are matched through the BCCC Foundation, so also follow any updated criteria shown in AcademicWorks.

How do I apply for BCCC Workforce Creation Scholarship funds in 2026?

File FAFSA, enroll at BCCC, then complete the BCCC Foundation scholarship application at bccc.academicworks.com using your BCCC email. The Apply for a Scholarship page lists a 13 February 2026 spring deadline and directs questions to [email protected].

Does the Workforce Creation Scholarship cover books and fees?

Yes under the original Workforce Creation description, which included tuition, fees, and books for eligible students. Exact amounts today depend on which foundation fund matches your profile each semester.

Can Maryland residents outside Baltimore City apply?

Historic Workforce Creation materials specify Baltimore City residency, not general Maryland residency. Students from Baltimore County or elsewhere in the state usually need a different BCCC or state grant unless rules change.

What is the difference between Workforce Creation and the Mayor's Scholars Program?

The Mayor's Scholars Program is a last-dollar tuition scholarship for recent Maryland high school or GED graduates age 21 or younger enrolling at BCCC. Workforce Creation targeted city residents in specific shortage programs with wrap-around services. Check both pages if you might qualify for multiple BCCC awards.

When is the BCCC Foundation scholarship deadline for spring 2026?

The official Apply for a Scholarship page lists 13 February 2026 for spring semester applications. Monitor AcademicWorks for automatch awards that may not require a separate form.

Who should I contact about BCCC workforce scholarships?

Email [email protected] for foundation questions or call BCCC at (410) 462-8300. Financial aid staff can help with FAFSA and packaging once awards are offered.

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