Free Community College is Here

Free Community College allows Massachusetts residents who have not yet earned a bachelor’s degree (or higher) or more than one associate's degree to attend QCC for free.

To be eligible for MassEducate or MassReconnect, you must:

• Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid** (FAFSA) annually
  • If you are not eligible to complete the FAFSA and are an approved “High School Completer” under the Massachusetts tuition equity law, you can complete the Massachusetts Application for State Financial Aid* (MASFA).
• Apply to Quinsigamond Community College and enroll in an approved program of study. Applications are open all year long and there’s never an application fee.
• Have physically resided in Massachusetts for at least one year, as of the start of your first enrolled term.
• Have earned a high school diploma or the equivalent (GED/HiSET)
• Be enrolled in either: 
  • at least six credits (usually two classes) per semester* in an approved program of study leading to an associate degree or certificate OR
  • courses that meet the initial training requirements for emergency medical technical and paramedic certification, regardless of credits earned.
• Maintain satisfactory academic progress in accordance with the college's requirements.

Amazon employees can now advance their education and career at QCC for free. Receive high-quality education and hands-on training to upskill in an existing career or prepare to enter a career in one of today’s high-demand industries.

Amazon’s Career Choice program is an education benefit that empowers Amazon employees to learn new skills for career success at Amazon or elsewhere. Amazon provides a variety of education and upskilling opportunities including pre-paid college tuition, industry certifications designed to lead to in-demand jobs, and foundational skills such as English language, high school diplomas, and GEDs after working for the company for 90 days.