Federal and State Grants

Grants Overview

Grants are financial aid that does not usually need to be repaid. There are criteria you must meet in order to qualify, depending on the aid program:

Federal Pell Grants:

Grants for eligible undergraduate students (who have not earned a prior bachelor’s degree) have a maximum award that changes each award year. The actual amount of the grant is based on the cost of the education, financial need, number of hours enrolled and the Federal Pell Grant regulations.

Visit studentaid.gov/understand-aid/types/grants/pell for more details on how much money eligible students can get from the Pell Grant program.

Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants (FSEOG):

Grants for undergraduate students (who have not earned a prior bachelor’s degree) who show exceptional need.

Visit studentaid.gov/understand-aid/types/grants/fseog for more details on how much money eligible students can get from the FSEOG program.

State-Funded Programs:

Many states have grant and scholarship programs that provide funding to students who demonstrate financial need or have successfully achieved certain academic qualifications.  Recipients are typically required to:

  • Attend a location within the state of legal residence, and
  • Provide proof of residence

Speak with a student finance advisor to see if your state participates in a funding program with Chamberlain.

How to apply for federal aid