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Find similar grantsRoberta B. Willis Scholarship – Need-Based Grant is sponsored by Connecticut Office of Higher Education. A need-based grant for Connecticut residents attending a four-year public or nonprofit private college.
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Willis Need-Based Grant Program Connecticut Office of Higher Education The Roberta B. Willis Need-Based Grant Program is available to Connecticut residents who are seeking a postsecondary education at a 2-4 year public or non-profit private college or university in Connecticut. Recipients are chosen for their demonstration of financial need.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Connecticut residents, full-time students seeking associate/bachelor's at CT public or nonprofit private colleges, with financial need. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $4,500. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Applications for Roberta B. Willis Scholarship – Need-Based Grant are due June 30, 2027. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, and final submission checks.
Roberta B. Willis Scholarship – Need-Based Grant is funded by Connecticut Office of Higher Education. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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