Federal Pell Grant

Provided by U.S. Department of Education

No deadline
Varies
60+ min

About this scholarship

A Federal Pell Grant is gift aid that does not need to be repaid. It is awarded to degree-seeking undergraduate students who have not earned a bachelor’s degree. Award amounts vary based on FAFSA results and the number of credit hours enrolled. There is a lifetime limit of no more than 12 semesters (6 years / 600%). Pell Recalculation Dates for terms (used to determine enrollment for award amounts) are listed on the page.

Quick facts

Award amount

Varies

Number of awards

Multiple

Frequency

Annually

Deadline

Not specified

Time to apply

60+ min

Essay

Not required

Eligibility requirements

7 listed

Must submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)

Degree-seeking undergraduate student

Must not have earned a bachelor’s degree

Award amount varies based on FAFSA results and number of credit hours enrolled

Eligible students are generally offered based on anticipated full-time enrollment (12+ hours)

Students may receive no more than 12 semesters or 6 years (600%) of Pell Grant

Must participate in all courses to earn disbursed Federal Pell Grant; dropping or withdrawal can result in reversal of aid

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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