In observance of Labor Day, the Maryland Higher Education Commission is closed on Monday, September 1. Business operations will resume on Tuesday, September 2.

DYK? MHEC has a MD Police Officer and Probation Agent Scholarship. Current police officers or probation agents or those planning to become either after graduation are encouraged to apply. The 2025-2026 application closes on April 1, 2026. More info:

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📣Attention students and contributors: The 2026–27 FAFSA® beta needs you! Your feedback can lead to a better user experience. If selected, you can complete, sign, and submit your 2026-27 FAFSA form. To request access to the FAFSA beta, visit

The Maryland Higher Education Commission welcomes all students, faculty, and staff back to campuses across the state! May today be the first of many great days this academic year. The secret of your future is hidden in your daily routine. - Mike Murdock

Looking for a way to alleviate your existing student loan debt? Apply for MHEC’s Student Loan Debt Relief Tax Credit. The application is open until September 15. Learn more by visiting

MHEC is hiring! . Outreach Specialist - Plan, develops, and analyzes outreach programs and social media campaigns.Apply: Grants & Strategic Initiatives Coordinator - Designs and administers MD’s institutional grant programs.Apply:

This week, MHEC staff joined higher ed leaders from across the country at the @SHEEOed Policy Conference where they explored how states can strengthen student success, align education with workforce needs, and build systems that expand opportunity for all.

Move in Day is just around the corner for first-time college students. Federal Student Aid has tips from financial aid and time management, to finding the dining hall and meeting new people. Learn more:

National Financial Awareness Day is an excellent time for college students to prioritize their financial well-being and start making smart choices for a brighter future. Whether you’re budgeting, saving, or investing, today is all about empowerment and knowledge!

Are you or someone you know starting college soon, but still need to apply for financial aid? It’s not too late!. Here’s a “must do” financial aid checklist from Federal Student Aid:

Today is National Book Lovers Day! 📚. There's nothing like getting lost in the pages of a great book, and what a perfect day to celebrate the stories that shape us. Set aside time to read a few chapters today. Be sure to share your favorite reads in the comments section.

Interested in a career as a police officer or probation agent? Apply for MHEC's Police Officer and Probation Agent Scholarship. Applications are open until April 1, 2026. To learn more about the program, visit

Parents. summer may be coming to an end, but there's still time to help your student prepare for the start of their senior year of high school. Follow these tips and visit for more information on completing the FAFSA and paying for college.

MHEC staff attended the @collegeboundfnd Scholars’ Luncheon today. Dr. Hrabowski, president emeritus of @umbc, encouraged students to let their dreams become their destinies. Congrats Scholars! We look forward to welcoming you to Maryland’s colleges and universities this fall.

MHEC's hiring an Exec. Director of External & Legislative Relations to serve as the legislative officer to the MD General Assembly, Governor’s Office, and other agencies. The position is responsible for performing tasks to support the Secretary. Apply:

MHEC’s Student Loan Debt Relief Tax Credit app is now open. The Program provides $9 million in tax credits to Maryland taxpayers filing their 2025 tax returns. For a list of qualifications and FAQs, visit The application deadline is September 15.

MHEC’s Office of Research and Policy Analysis recently debuted a new academic momentum dashboard to help:. • Answer key questions related to Maryland's 2013 CCR-CCA .• Track momentum metrics.• Reveal key data trends . Learn more:

MHEC celebrates South Asian Heritage Month (7/18 - 8/17) by recognizing Dr. Sanjay Rai whose journey from central India led to him becoming MD’s Secretary of Higher Education. His work in higher ed has resulted in greater access, student success, and closing achievement gaps.

MHEC's committed to further exploring higher ed’s role in advancing AI and has approved programs that embed AI into the curriculum. Through universities, research institutions, and tech companies, MD can become a leader in AI research, business attraction, and talent development.

MHEC's Deputy Secretary Elena Quiroz-Livanis and Director of Research and Policy Analysis Barbara Schmertz were recently featured in an @IHEPTweets blog post on how states use federal data to guide postsecondary research and policy. Learn more: