Grants
Grants are often called "gift aid" because they are free money — financial aid that doesn't have to be repaid.
Grants are often need-based and can come from the federal government, your state government, your college or career school, or a private or nonprofit organization. Do your research, apply for any grants you might be eligible for, and be sure to meet application deadlines.
Grant |
Amount per year |
Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| SCAD Student Grant | US $1,500 to US $3,000 depending on grade level | Must demonstrate financial need as determined by FAFSA |
| SCAD Athletic Grant | US $2,000 to US $12,000 depending on grade level | Awarded by coach for one year only and must sign a contract |
| Federal Pell Grant | Up to US $7,395 | Awarded based on completion of the FAFSA and the federal Student Aid Index. |
| Georgia Tuition Equalization Grant | US $$800 – US $1,200 | Visit the gafutures.org to view details and apply online |
| Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG) | US $100 - US $4,000 | Dependent on financial need. Students who receive Federal Pell Grants and have the most financial need will receive FSEOGs first. |
Pell Grant
The Pell Grant is a need-based grant available to degree-seeking students who are pursuing their first undergraduate degree. Student eligibility is based upon the Student Aid Index (SAI) as calculated by the federal government based on information the student provided in completing the FAFSA.
Supplemental Education Opportunity Grant (SEOG)
The SEOG program was established to assist in making the benefits of postsecondary education available to first-time, degree-seeking undergraduate students. Awards are based upon the remaining unmet need of Pell eligible students. Funds are available to students on a very limited basis.
Financial aid funding is considered estimated and is subject to change until confirmed by the funding entity or until funds are received.