State and Federal Grants
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Federal Pell Grant
These are grants awarded by the federal government on the basis of its financial need formula. This grant is from the federal government and does not need to be repaid. More information about Federal Pell Grant eligibility can be found at https://studentaid.gov/understand-aid/types/grants/pell. -
Pennsylvania State Grant
These funds are awarded by the State of Pennsylvania on the basis of its financial need formula. This is a grant that does not have to be repaid. The amount of the final award is determined by the state and the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency (PHEAA). Your FAFSA must be submitted by May 1st to receive state grant consideration.
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Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG)
These federally grants are awarded through Ursinus College to students with extremely high financial need. They do not have to be repaid.
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Non-Pennsylvania State Grants
These funds are awarded by a state other than Pennsylvania. This is a grant or scholarship that does not have to be repaid.