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Today, U.S. Senators Chris Van Hollen and Angela Alsobrooks and U.S. Representative April McClain Delaney (all D-Md.) announced $684,537 in federal funding for higher education institutions in Western Maryland to support low-income students, first-generation students, and students with disabilities as they pursue their degree.
A quality education opens doors to good-paying jobs and meaningful opportunities, but many still face unnecessary and unfair barriers to academic achievement - especially when it comes to college. These federal investments will enable Frostburg State University and Allegany College of Maryland to provide students in Western Maryland with the resources they need to overcome obstacles and succeed in college and beyond, said Senator Van Hollen.
Education is the great equalizer. This funding will support the talented students in Western Maryland to be our next generation of leaders, scientists, doctors, lawyers, and more. As one of the fastest-growing areas in Maryland, Western Maryland continues to spur innovation and change. Investing in our students will only continue to fuel the region and entire state, said Senator Alsobrooks.
Every student in Western Maryland deserves the opportunity to reach their full potential, said Congresswoman McClain Delaney. This week, I had the privilege of visiting Allegany College of Maryland and witnessing firsthand the dedication and drive of its students and faculty. Investing in our students strengthens our local communities, fuels our regional economies, and keeps our nation competitive on the global stage. Im proud to support our students as they pursue their dreams and build a brighter future for themselves and for all of Western Maryland.
The federal grants have been awarded as follows:
$412,173 to Frostburg State University
$272,364 to Allegany College of Maryland
The federal funding comes from the U.S. Department of Educations TRIO Student Support Services grant program, which supports preparation and guidance for students as they pursue education beyond high school. This program was funded at $1.91 billion through the FY25 government funding bill.
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