Grants

Grants

Pell Grant

The Pell Grant is a federally funded grant program designed to form the foundation of all aid received. Pell Grant funding is available to undergraduate students who demonstrate financial need. To be considered for this type of aid, a student must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The amount of a Pell Grant award is based upon the student’s cost of attendance at the school, and the number of credits for which the student is enrolled. Whenever enrollment status changes, so does the amount of the Pell Grant.

Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG)

The Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant program is a Federally funded program intended for undergraduate students who demonstrate financial need. To be considered for this type of aid, a student must: complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The amount of FSEOG depends upon the extent of need, and what funds are available in the program each year.

Maine State Grant

The Maine State Grant program is a need-based grant program for Maine residents. To apply, students must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by May 1. The amount of Maine State Grant that is awarded to the student is based on Expected Family Contribution (EFC) and the number of credits in which the student is enrolled.