FALL RIVER — If you've never gotten a college degree, Bristol Community College is now literally giving them away for free — as long as you study and earn it. 

 

Gov. Maura Healey on Monday signed into law the $57.78 billion Fiscal 2025 state budget, which in part establishes the MassEducate program, a new initiative that makes every community college in the state free for anyone who has never earned a degree.  

 

The program will pay all your tuition and fees, and provide a stipend for books and supplies for some students. 

 

"This means that now, more than ever, higher education is within reach," stated Bristol Community College President Laura L. Douglas.

 

Here’s what you need to know about the MassEducate program.

 

Read more at heraldnews.com.