PA State Grant

PA STATE GRANT PROGRAM: http://www.pheaa.org/funding-opportunities/state-grant-program/index.shtml The PA State Grant Program provides grants to eligible Pennsylvania residents in need of financial assistance to help them afford the costs of higher education. A grant is a financial aid award that you do not have to repay provided you meet the eligibility requirements.  To be eligible, you will fist need to fill out the FAFSA by the appropriate date. Make sure that you look for the link on your FAFSA confirmation page that reads "Optional Feature-Start your state application--Click here is you want to apply for the Pennsylvania state-based financial aid."  PLEASE NOTE-If you have already submitted the FAFSA online and missed the direct link, you may need to wait 24-48 hours before you can complete the State Grant Form (SGF).  You will receive an email directing you to the American Education Services (AES) website to complete the SGF (AES is a division if PHEAA).

HOW TO APPLY FOR PA STATE GRANTS*:

* Information taken from PHEAA: Pennsylvania Student Aid Guide

The PA State Grant Program provides grants to eligible Pennsylvania residents who are in need of financial assistance to attend PHEE-approved postsecondary schools as undergraduate students.  

Award amounts are based on the allowable college cost and the student's demonstrated need.  Applicants for the 2013-2014 year were eligible to receive up to $4,363 as a full-time student at a Pennsylvania school and up to $557 ($743 for veterans) at a college outside of PA.

1. First-Time Applicants: To apply, you must file the FAFSA by the appropriate date:  May 1st--> for First-Time Applicants.  If you plan to enroll in a degree program or a college transferable program at a junior college or other college or university (excludes community colleges), you must submit the FAFSA and the PA State Grant Form by May 1st. (Note: If you miss the State Grant deadline for the academic year, apply anyway.  Late applications (for terms other than summer) may qualify if funding permits.)

2. Complete the State Grant Form:  If you meet the PA State Grant eligibility requirements, then it's time to complete your State Grant Form (SGF)

   • To apply for a State Grant when you complete the FAFSA (recommended):  Complete the SGF online directly from your FAFSA confirmation page.  Look for the link that reads "Optional Feature--Start your state application--Click here if you want to apply for Pennsylvania state-based financial aid."

   • To apply for a State Grant after you've completed the FAFSA:  If you've already submitted your FAFSA online and missed the direct link, you may need to wait 24-48 hours before you can complete the SGF.  You will receive an email directing you to the American Education Services (AES) website -- aesSuccess.org--to complete the SGF. (AES is a division of PHEAA.)

3. For PA State Grant FAQ click HERE