Help Paying for College

Grants are a type of financial aid that help reduce the cost of attending Florida Atlantic University and that you do not need to repay. Most grants are based on financial need and are awarded using information from your Free Application for Federal Student Aid, or FAFSA.

Federal Grants

Federal grants are funded by the U.S. Department of Education and are typically awarded based on financial need.

• Federal Pell Grant
  The Federal Pell Grant is available to undergraduate students who demonstrate significant financial need based on FAFSA information. Award amounts vary by enrollment level, financial need and academic year.
• Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG)
  FSEOG is awarded to students with exceptional financial need. Funding is limited and awarded on a first-come basis to eligible students.

Federal grants generally require you to:

• Be enrolled in an eligible degree program
• Meet federal financial aid eligibility requirements
• Maintain satisfactory academic progress

State of Florida Grants

Florida offers several grant programs to eligible Florida residents who attend Florida Atlantic University.

• Florida Student Assistance Grant (FSAG)
  FSAG is a need-based grant program for Florida residents enrolled at eligible institutions.
• Other State Grant Programs
  Additional Florida grants may be available depending on your enrollment status, program or residency classification.

State grants may require:

• Florida residency
• Full-time or half-time enrollment
• Meeting renewal and academic requirements

Florida Atlantic University Grants

Florida Atlantic may offer institutional grants to help support students with demonstrated financial need.

Institutional grants:

• Are funded by Florida Atlantic
• May vary by academic year
• Are typically awarded based on FAFSA information and available funding

Each grant has its own eligibility requirements and renewal conditions.

How to Qualify for Grants

Most grants are awarded based on financial need, which is determined using your FAFSA.

To be considered for grants, you should:

• Complete the FAFSA each year
• Submit all required documentation
• Enroll in an eligible program
• Meet enrollment and academic requirements

Learn more and complete the FAFSA

How Grants Work With Your Financial Aid

Grants are part of your overall financial aid package. In some cases, receiving or changing a grant may affect other types of aid so that your total aid does not exceed your cost of attendance.

Your grant amounts may change if you:

• Change your enrollment status
• Withdraw from classes
• Repeat coursework
• Change your academic program

Learn how aid adjustments work

Receiving and Keeping Your Grant

To receive and keep your grant funding, you must:

• Enroll in the required number of credits
• Meet satisfactory academic progress standards
• Continue to meet eligibility requirements

Some grants require you to requalify each year by submitting a FAFSA and maintaining eligibility.

Always review your financial aid offer and any renewal requirements carefully.

Grant Tips from Financial Aid

You can improve your chances of receiving grant aid by:

• Submitting the FAFSA as early as possible
• Responding quickly to Financial Aid requests
• Keeping your enrollment status consistent
• Monitoring your FAU email and MyFAU portal

If you are unsure how a change may affect your aid, contact Financial Aid before making a decision.