Federal Pell Grant (PELL)

Provided by Federal Student Aid (U.S. Department of Education)

No deadline
Varies
60+ min

About this scholarship

A need-based federal grant for students seeking their first undergraduate degree. Annual award amount is determined by FAFSA results, cost of attendance and enrollment status. Students must complete the FAFSA to establish eligibility.

Quick facts

Award amount

Varies

Number of awards

Multiple

Frequency

See provider

Deadline

Not specified

Time to apply

60+ min

Essay

Not required

Account required:This application may require creating an account on the provider's site.

Eligibility requirements

3 listed

Need-based federal grant for students seeking their first undergraduate degree

Annual award amount determined by FAFSA results, cost of attendance and enrollment status

Must complete the FAFSA; awards based on full-time enrollment and other eligibility factors

How to apply

  1. Confirm eligibility

    Review the scholarship eligibility information on this page and on the provider’s official instructions to confirm you qualify before you invest time in an application.

  2. Gather required materials

    Collect transcripts, test scores, essays, letters of recommendation, portfolios, or any other items the program lists as required.

  3. Submit through the official program

    Complete the application using the provider’s published process—often an online form or portal—and submit before the stated deadline. Keep a copy of your confirmation when available.

Important

Deadlines are set by the scholarship provider. Always confirm dates and instructions on the official site. TuitionCovered does not process applications for external scholarships.

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