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Federal Pell Grant
The U.S. Department of Education provides federal
grants to undergraduate students. All Pell Grant applicants must complete
a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Students who have
earned a bachelor's or a professional degree or its equivalent either
foreign or nationally recognized are not eligible for any type of Pell,
SEOG, or SSIG Grants.
How much am I eligible for?
The maximum
award for one year is $4,050. Eligibility is based on the students'
enrollment status and the calculated expected family contribution (EFC)
as determined by the FAFSA You may not receive Pell Grant funds from
more than one school at a time.
Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant
(FSEOG)
SEOG is awarded
to those students who demonstrate exceptional financial need. This is
defined as an EFC of '0'. Students who complete the Free Federal Application
for Student Aid are automatically considered for the grant.
Eligibility
Requirements:
- EFC must be equal to '0'
- Must not have earned a bachelors degree Must be enrolled in an eligible program of study
- Must be enrolled full time
The grant is based on availability of funds. The maximum award is $2,000 per year.
New Mexico State Student Incentive Grant (SSIG)
SSIG is awarded to those students who demonstrate exceptional financial need. This is defined as an EFC of '0'. Students who complete the Free Federal Application for Student Aid are automatically considered for the grant.
Eligibility Requirements:
- EFC must be equal to '0'
- Must not have earned a bachelors degree
- Must be enrolled full time
- Must be enrolled in an eligible program of study
- Be a New Mexico resident
The grant is based on availability of funds. The maximum award is $2,000 per year.
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