Federal Pell Grant

The Federal Pell Grant is free assistance funded by the federal government. Recipients must be enrolled in an undergraduate program leading to a certificate, associate’s or bachelor degree and meet all other required eligibility criteria.

The amount offered will depend on the Student Aid Index (SAI), cost of attendance, enrollment status (full-time or part-time) and intent to attend for a full academic year or less. The maximum Federal Pell Grant award amount for the 2024-2025 award year is $7,395.

Additional eligibility criteria include Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP).  

Students who have already completed a bachelor’s degree may not receive the Federal Pell Grant.