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Grants

A grant is a type of gift aid that does not require repayment. Each grant has different requirements for eligibility. Eligibility for need based grants is determined by the information provided by the student on the FAFSA. You can use the U.S. Department of Education's FAFSA4caster to get an idea of grant eligibility.

After the FAFSA is filed, you are automatically considered for the following grants based on your eligibility:
  • Federal Pell Grant
  • Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG)
  • Federal Teacher Education Assistance for College & Higher Education (TEACH) Grant
  • UMBC Grant

Federal Pell Grant

The Federal Pell Grant is awarded by the U.S. Department of Education and is based the Expected Family Contribution (EFC). Pell Grants are awarded to both full and part-time undergraduate students who have not earned a bachelor's or professional degree. The award is up to $2,775 per semester.

Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG)

The FSEOG is a grant awarded to undergraduate students with the lowest EFC and gives priority to students who receive the Federal Pell Grant. The award ranges from $200 to $2,000 per year and priority is given to students who meet the FAFSA priority application deadline of February 14.

Federal Teacher Education Assistance for College & Higher Education (TEACH) Grant

The TEACH is a program that provides grants of up to $4,000 per year to students who intend to teach in a public or private elementary or secondary school that serves students from low-income families. In exchange for receiving a TEACH Grant, you must agree to serve as a full-time teacher in a high-need field in a public or private elementary or secondary school that serves low-income students. You must teach for at least four academic years within eight calendar years of completing the program of study for which you received a TEACH Grant. For more information visit the Teach Grant Program website.

UMBC Grant

UMBC Grant is an institutional award for undergraduate students who demonstrate financial need. The awards range from $500 to $3,000 per year and priority is given to students who meet the FAFSA priority application deadline of February 14.