Financial aid & scholarships in Waltham

Fee waivers, sliding scales and scholarships published by the organizations that run these programs — each with who is eligible and the page that decides it. Nothing here is estimated from a family's income, and a program with no aid published simply does not appear. A few are awards toward college rather than help with a program fee; those are labelled College scholarship.

Sliding scale YMCA of Greater Boston (Waltham YMCA)

YMCA of Greater Boston ACCESS Financial Assistance

The Y's income-based ACCESS program, in effect at the Waltham YMCA, that reduces membership and program fees for families who cannot pay full price.

What it covers: "REDUCED RATES ON PROGRAMS - Receive up to 50% off when you sign up for fee-based classes including swim lessons, youth sports, day camp and more!"
Who is eligible: "Based on available resources and sliding scale eligibility, the Y will not turn anyone away due to an inability to pay full fees. Our ACCESS program provides financial assistance based on need through an easy application process."

Eligibility & application

Scholarship Waltham Boys & Girls Club

Waltham Boys & Girls Club Program Scholarships

Scholarship help toward Club program fees and EEC child-care vouchers for families who need assistance paying for their child's after-school or summer program.

What it covers: Base program fees the Club publishes include Grades 6-9 at $20 and Grades 9-12 at $5, and summer middle-school sessions at $15/day or $60/week.
Who is eligible: "If you need assistance to help pay for your child's program, please select 'learn more' from the appropriate option above to access the program's scholarship forms." The Club's out-of-school-time program is licensed by the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care, and the summer program accepts state-funded child care vouchers (families request the EEC Confirmation of Provider form).

Eligibility & application

College scholarship Waltham Boys & Girls Club

Waltham Boys & Girls Club Youth of the Year Scholarship

The Club's Youth of the Year competition, which carries college scholarships at the state, regional and national levels.

What it covers: $1,000 (state), $10,000 (regional) and up to an additional $50,000 (national).
Who is eligible: Club members compete first for Waltham Youth of the Year; "State winners each receive a $1,000 scholarship and participate in regional competitions. Five regional winners each receive a $10,000 scholarship and compete on the national level. The National Youth of the Year receives up to an additional $50,000 scholarship."

Eligibility & application

Scholarship City of Waltham Recreation Department

Usseglio/Fournier Family Scholarship

A Recreation Department scholarship, named for the Usseglio/Fournier family, that helps Waltham families pay for the department's summer programs.

Eligibility & application

College scholarship Waltham High School Guidance Department

Waltham High School Local Scholarship Program

A single application through which Waltham High School seniors apply to dozens of scholarships funded by local organizations, businesses, universities and memorial funds.

Who is eligible: "Students are encouraged to apply for scholarships during their senior year. Applications for the Class of 2026 are now open as of Monday, January 12, 2026. Applications will be due on Friday, February 13, 2026 at 7:30 a.m." Applicants complete one application form and select the specific local scholarships they qualify for; some scholarships require extra forms or materials. Named funds include the Waltham American Legion Post 156 Scholarship, VFW Post 2152 Scholarship, Waltham Arts Council Bill Walsh Scholarship, Waltham Youth Soccer Scholarship, Waltham West Suburban Chamber of Commerce Foundation Scholarship, and others.

Eligibility & application

Scholarship City of Waltham

City of Waltham Scholarship

City scholarship fund providing financial assistance to Waltham residents pursuing further education (college, trade school, certificate or graduate programs); apply through the Treasurer's Office or Waltham High School guidance.

Who is eligible: The fund is available to any Waltham resident for college, trade school, certificate programs, graduate school and other educational pursuits deemed eligible by the committee. ... 2026 Scholarship Application - Applicants must submit three completed applications and required documentation by Friday, February 13, 2026.

Eligibility & application

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