Grant Programs
Federal Pell Grant
The Federal Pell Grant is a federal aid program designed to provide financial assistance to those who need it to attend post-high school educational institutions. These grants are intended to be the floor of a financial aid package and may be combined with other forms of aid in order to meet full costs of education. The amount is determined on the basis of student and family financial resources. Application is required each year. Grants are limited to U.S. citizens, permanent residents and certain other non-citizens. This is gift aid and usually does not have to be repaid. Awards range from $278 to $5500 for the 2011–2012 academic year for eligible students.
Application Procedures: Complete the Free Application for Federal Aid (FAFSA)
Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (SEOG)
The Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (SEOG) provides funds for students who have extreme financial need as determined by the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and their eligibility for other types of financial assistance. Priority is given to Federal Pell Grant recipients. SEOG is gift aid and usually does not have to be repaid. Awards range from $100 to $1,500 per academic year for eligible Pellissippi State students.
Application Procedures: Complete the Free Application for Federal Aid (FAFSA)
Tennessee Student Assistance Award (TSAA)
The Tennessee Student Assistance Award (TSAA) is a state grant program established to assist eligible Tennessee residents who will be enrolled as undergraduate students at eligible Tennessee colleges and universities. The grant is based on financial need, and in NO case may the grant be more than the amount of tuition and fees assessed by the institution.
Application Procedures: Complete the Free Application for Federal Aid (FAFSA)
