Federal Pell Grant

Pell Grants are need-based federal student aid to which other federal and nonfederal aid may be added.

If a student meets all requirements for a Pell Grant then the federal government grants the student aid.

Eligibility Requirements

• The Pell Grant is need-based and related directly to the Student Aid Index (SAI) calculated by completing the FAFSA.
• Undergraduate student who has not earned a first bachelor's or professional degree.

Application Process

• File a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
• Upon filing the FAFSA, you will immediately be notified of Pell Grant eligibility through the FAFSA Submission Summary (FSS)

Award Information

Amounts can change yearly. For the 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 award years, the maximum is $7,395. The amount awarded also depends on:

• Student’s financial need
• Status as full-time or part-time
• Attendance in the full academic year or less

Students may not receive Pell Grant funds from more than one school at a time. Additionally, students may receive the Pell Grant for no more than 12 full-time semesters.