Grants

What is a grant?

A grant is a type of need-based aid that does not require repayment. Your financial need is determined by the FAFSA. The federal government provides grants for students attending college. Most types of grants, unlike loans, are sources of financial aid that generally do not have to be repaid. Certain scenarios may require that a portion or all of the grant funds be repaid— for example, if you withdraw from school before finishing an enrollment period such as a semester, or if you receive a TEACH Grant and do not complete your service obligation. To continue receiving federal student aid, fill out the FAFSA form every year you’re in school. Once you’ve submitted a FAFSA form, Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»­ will let you know how much you may receive and when you may receive it. The earliest applicants with a completed award file have the best opportunity to be considered for available grant funding. We encourage you to apply early every year and make sure you complete any requests made for additional information so your awards can be finalized.

Types of Grants

Federal                                      

  • Federal Pell Grant- This need-based grant is awarded to undergraduates.                
  • Federal Supplemental Educational Grant (FSEOG) - This need-based grant is awarded to undergraduates.   
  • Teacher Education Assistance For College and Higher Education (TEACH) Grant Program-A federal grant that provides up to $4,000 per year to students who agree to teach for four years.
  • Iraq and Afghanistan Service Grant

State

  • Toward Excellence, Access and Success (TEXAS) Grant Program- The Texas Legislature established the TEXAS (Towards Excellence, Access and Success) Grant to ensure that well-prepared high school graduates with financial need could go to college.
  • Texas Public Education Grant - This is a need based grant awarded to both undergraduate and graduate students

Institutional

  • Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»­ Tuition Grant- This is a need-based grant for undergraduate students. The grant doesn't have to be repaid. However, if you withdraw from the university or stop attending classes, you may be subject to the university's repayment policy.