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Awards cannot be transferred to another student, and a prorated refund is required if the student withdraws before April 30, 2027.","status":{"value":"custom","customValue":"Recurring"},"source":"https://www.marylandpublicschools.org/Pages/boost/index.aspx","funding":{"details":"Scholarship awards sent directly to the participating nonpublic school on behalf of the student. Award amounts determined by the BOOST Advisory Board and depend on household income, student grade level, special education status (IEP/IFSP/504 plan), and school financial assistance. Approximately $9 million available for an estimated ~2,500 awards; prior year funded ~2,800 students across 19 Maryland jurisdictions. The award may not exceed the net tuition owed to the school. Scholarship checks are issued between October and December 11, 2026. Awards cannot be transferred to another student, and a prorated refund is required if the student withdraws before April 30, 2027. 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