About Grants

Federal Pell Grant, FSEOG Grant, FSAG Grant, & FGMG Grant

Grants do not have to be repaid. Grants are often need-based. Read the information below to discover which grants you may be eligible for.

Federal Pell Grant

Awarded to undergraduate students in an eligible degree seeking program.

  • Designed to assist students demonstrating financial need.
  • Eligibility determined by information furnished on the FAFSA.

The total award amount you receive may not be enough to cover your school expenses. In addition to the Pell Grant a student can obtain other forms of financial aid such as scholarships, state aid, etc.

Visit the Department of Education to learn more about the Federal Pell Grant.

FSEOG

Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant

A federal grant awarded to undergraduate students who have financial need as determined by their Effective Family Contribution (EFC). FSEOG funds are limited and cannot be used to pay tuition and fees.

  • Process the FAFSA
  • Enroll at least half-time (6+ credit hours)

Visit the Department of Education to learn more about the FSEOG.

FSAG

Florida Student Assistance Grant

A need-based grant awarded by the State of Florida to Pell eligible students enrolled in an eligible degree-seeking program. Funds are limited. The State of Florida has final approval on all awards. FSAG awards cannot be used to pay tuition and fees.

  • Process the FAFSA
  • Enroll at least half-time (6+ credit hours)

FSAG-CE

Florida Student Assistance Grant – Career Education

A need-based grant awarded by the State of Florida to eligible students enrolled in an eligible certificate program. . Funds are limited. The State of Florida has final approval on all awards. FSAG-CE awards cannot be used to pay tuition and fees. Learn More

  • Process the FAFSA .
  • Enroll at least half-time (6+ credit hours).

FGMG

First Generation Matching Grant

The First Generation Matching Grant Program provides need-based grants to undergraduate students who are enrolled in state colleges/universities and whose parents have not earned baccalaureate degrees.  Students must file the FAFSA. For all Pensacola State College students the approved needs assessment is the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).   Learn More

 

Students must meet the following criterion for eligibility:

  • Be a Florida resident and eligible United States citizen or eligible non-citizen.
  • Be a first-generation college student.
  • Be enrolled as degree seeking at Pensacola State College.
  • Be enrolled for a minimum of six credit hours per term as a degree-seeking undergraduate student.

Grants FAQs

How do I get a grant to go to college?

You must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) online at https://studentaid.gov/ to establish eligibility for federal and state grants.

How do I find out more about obtaining a Pell Grant?

A Pell grant is a federal grant for undergraduate students with financial need. Please visit the Federal Pell Grant Site for more information on the Pell Grant.

How do I receive my grant funds?

Pensacola State College will use your grant funds to to pay your tuition and allow you to charge your books. The residual will be paid directly to you based on your refund selection choice.

Do I complete a separate application for all types of aid?

The FAFSA enables the college to consider you for PELL, FSEOG, FSAG, FGMS, and is the first step to determining college work study eligibility. For information on Direct Loan please view the Student Loans Tab on this page.

What happens if I withdraw from college or quit attending classes?

Prior to withdrawing, a student must contact the Financial Aid Office for counseling. All students receiving federal financial aid are required to repay all or part of any grant or loan received when withdrawing prior to completing more than 60% of the term. Students who are withdrawn from courses after the end of schedule adjustment will be billed by the college and will be unable to register for any future term. All costs of collection including reasonable attorney fees will be the responsibility of the student.