COLLEGE CATALOG 2022-2023

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Federal Pell Grant

Federal Pell Grant awards are based on financial need as determined by the Federal Student Aid Programs. A student may apply for Federal Pell Grant by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at www.fafsa.gov.

A student must apply for Federal Pell Grant each academic year. This may be done beginning October 1 of each year. Confirmation page will indicate estimated financial aid, if eligible.

If a student has applied for Federal Financial Aid, the Institutional Student Information Record (ISIR) from the Department of Education, along with any verification documents required from the student and all transcripts, must be received by the Financial Aid Office in order for financial aid to be used for payment of tuition, fees and books. If all required information has not been received by the Financial Aid Office, by the posted priority date, the student will be required to pay all tuition and fees if the financial aid has not be processed. Any student who has not paid by this time will have all classes dropped and will no longer be eligible to attend. In order for a student to receive the full Pell Grant award calculated, the student must attend all classes. If the student does not attend all classes, the award will be recalculated based on the lower enrollment status. Attendance will be verified at the beginning of each semester.

Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG)

FSEOG is a grant and repayment is not required. To qualify, a student must have exceptional financial need. A student must be enrolled, be in good standing, and must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid at www.fafsa.gov to establish eligibility. Priority is given to Federal Pell Grant recipients. Funds are limited.

Federal Work-Study (FWS)

The Federal Work-Study Program provides part-time jobs for students who have financial need. Students work in a variety of offices and departments with their work schedules built around their academic schedules. To qualify, a student must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid at www.fafsa.gov. Students are paid at the end of the month. These funds are limited and available on a first-come first-serve basis. Students must complete a work-study application to qualify.

Alabama Student Assistance Program (ASAP)

To be eligible for these funds, a student must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid at www.fafsa.gov. The student must be an Alabama resident and have established financial need. These funds are limited and available on a first-come, first-serve basis.

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2022-23 College Catalog and Student Handbook

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