The Pennsylvania State Grant Program is administered through the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Authority (PHEAA).  This program is available to eligible Pennsylvania residents who attend a PHEAA approved post-secondary institution as an undergraduate student.

• In order to apply for the grant, a student must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and submit it by the May 1st deadline as determined by PHEAA.

1.   Meet financial need criteria.
2.   Be enrolled on at least a half-time basis in a PHEAA-approved undergraduate program of study.
3.   Be a high school graduate or the recipient of a GED.
4.   Demonstrate academic progress for continued aid. Progress Guidelines
5.   Be a Pennsylvania resident (domiciliary).

* All students are urged to apply even if the deadlines have passed, since late applications are considered if funds permit.

Awards

    Awards for '99-'00 ranged from a maximum of $3100 for a student who was enrolled full-time (12 credits or more) and $1550 for a student who was enrolled half-time (at least 6 credits).
 

To find out more about state grants go to the PHEAA internet page
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Revised 4/18/00