Grants

Grants and scholarships are types of funding you receive for your education that you don't have to pay back. Some grants are awarded according to your financial need, some according to the number of hours enrolled, and some according to your major of study.

Pell Grant

The Pell Grant is available to students who demonstrate financial need. This is determined by filling out the FAFSA. The maximum award for the 2011-12 school year is $5,550, which is divided between the fall and spring semesters. Pell amounts also depend on the number of hours enrolled. For more information, visit the Federal Financial Aid website.

**SPECIAL NOTICE** Students can only receive a Pell Grant for the equivalent of 12 full-time semesters (6 years).  The PELL awards are prorated, so a student that takes 6 hours each fall and spring semester would have 24 semesters.  It is critical that you stay on track with your degree plan so that you complete your education before you run out of PELL eligibility.

All Pell awards are made on the assumption that you will be enrolled as a full-time student.  Students taking fewer than 12 hours should consult the Pell Chart below to determine your actual payment amount. 

Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (SEOG)

The SEOG program is for students who demonstrate exceptional financial need. In order to be eligible, a student must have a "0 EFC" on his or her Student Aid Report. If you are eligible, we will automatically apply this grant to your account. Priority for this grant is reserve for those who complete their FAFSA earliest. For more information, visit the Federal Financial Aid website.

Higher Education Opportunities Grant (GO!)

The GO! Grant is a state-funded grant that is based solely on financial need. The GO! Grant awards $1,000 for full-time students and $500 for half-time. In order to apply for this grant, you must fill out your FAFSA as well as the YOU-niversal Application for Arkansas state aid. For more information, visit the State of Arkansas financial aid website.

TEACH Grant

The TEACH Grant is for education majors who are willing to complete a term of service after their graduation. Students can receive up to $4,000 per year if they are willing to teach at a low-income school in a high-need field (as defined by the federal government). You must fill out a FAFSA, as well as an Agreement to Serve and TEACH Grant Entrance Counseling. There are many things to consider regarding this grant, so please visit the TEACH website to determine if this program is for you. 

Workforce Improvement Grant

The Workforce Improvement Grant is for students who are at least 24 years old.  This grant is awarded by the university from funds given by the state government.  In order to be considered, students must complete their FAFSA and meet certain other qualifications.  For the qualifications and further information, please visit the State of Arkansas financial aid website.