Federal and State Grants

Federal and State Grants

These grants are awarded to meet financial eligibility as determined by an analysis of the information submitted on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). They do not require repayment. You must file the FAFSA with the Federal Processor each year to be considered for grant programs.

Federal Pell Grant

• Amount: Awards range from $609 and $5,350
• Eligibility: The largest of the federal grant programs, this program provides grants to students meeting the eligibility criteria established by the U.S. Congress, and the Department of Education.

Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (SEOG)

• Amount: Awards range between $200 and $800 per academic year.
• Eligibility: Priority is given to students who qualify for the Federal Pell Grant, and completed their application by the April 1st priority deadline date

Leveraging Educational Assistance Partnership Grant (LEAP)

• Amount: Awards range from $200 and $1,000 per academic year
• Eligibility: Must be an Arizona resident, and completed their application by the April 1st priority deadline date

Academic Competitiveness Grant (ACG)

• Amount: Awards range from $750 first year and $1,300 for the second year
• Eligibility: Must be eligible for Pell Grant, be a U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen, be enrolled at least half-time in a degree or certificate program and successfully complete a rigorous high school program.