Federal, State and Institutional Grants

 

Learn more about:  Federal Grants  |  State Grants  |  Institutional Grants

 

 

Federal Grants

Federal Pell Grant

• Maximum award amount is $7,395/year based on "$0" Expected Family Contribution (from your FAFSA) for the 2023-24 academic year.  
• Expected Family Contribution (from your FAFSA) and enrollment status determine award amounts.   
• Pell Recalculation: Pell awards are initially estimated based on full-time student status. The award will be recalculated to adjust to the number of credits a part-time student takes. 
• Must be in a degree or certificate program that is approved for financial aid.   
• You may not receive Pell Grant funds from more than one school during the same term.  
• Only awarded to undergraduate students who have not earned a bachelor’s or professional degree.

 

Federal Supplemental Education Opportunity Grant (FSEOG) 

• Limited funds available.   
• Minimum award amount is $350 per semester.  
• Maximum award amount is $700/year.  
• Must be in a degree or certificate program that is approved for financial aid.  
• Must be enrolled in a minimum of 12 credit hours for each term.  
• Exceptional financial need as determined by your Estimated Family Contribution (from your FAFSA) and total family income.  
• Must be eligible and receiving a full Pell Grant (Estimated Family Contribution = $0).  
• Only awarded to undergraduate students who have not earned a bachelor’s or professional degree. 

 

Iraq and Afghanistan Service Grant  

You may be eligible to receive the Iraq and Afghanistan Service Grant if: 

You are not eligible for a Federal Pell Grant based on your Expected Family Contribution (from your FAFSA) but meet the remaining Federal Pell Grant eligibility requirements.  

Your parent or guardian was a member of the U.S. armed forces and died as a result of military service performed in Iraq or Afghanistan after the events of 9/11.  

You were younger than 24 years old or enrolled in college at least part-time at the time of your parent or guardian’s death.

 

 

 

State Grants 

Florida Student Assistance Grant 

The Florida Student Assistance Grant is awarded to full-time, degree-seeking, Florida-resident undergraduate students with substantial financial need. It is awarded by the institution based on need and availability of funds.

 

First Generation Matching Grant  

The First Generation Matching Grant Program (FGMG) is a need-based grant program available to degree-seeking, Florida-resident, undergraduate students who demonstrate substantial financial need, and are enrolled in eligible participating postsecondary institutions. Eligible students have a parent(s) who has not earned a baccalaureate or higher degree. Participating institutions determine application procedures, deadlines, student eligibility and award amount.

 

José Martí Scholarship Challenge Grant Fund 

The José Martí Scholarship Challenge Grant Fund is a need-based merit scholarship that provides financial assistance to eligible students of Hispanic origin who will attend Florida public institutions or eligible private institutions.

 

Institutional Grants 

Palm Beach State Grant 

Apply Early! These grants are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis.   

• Minimum award amount is $500/year.  
• Maximum award amount is $2,000/year.  
• Must be pursuing an associate or bachelor’s degree.  
• Financial need as determined by your Estimated Family Contribution (from your FAFSA) and total family income.  
• Must be enrolled in a minimum of 6 credit hours.  
• Award amount will be prorated based on term enrollment.  
• You will be ineligible for this grant if you receive a Premier Scholarship.