$740-$7,395
Federal Pell Grant
Need-based federal grant for undergraduate students who have not earned a bachelor's degree. Maximum $7,395 for 2026-27.
Award
$740-$7,395
Deadline
Rolling deadline
Renewable
Yes
Recipients
Varies
Who's eligible
Undergraduate students with demonstrated financial need (low Student Aid Index, typically household incomes under ~$60,000). U.S. citizen or eligible noncitizen. Must complete FAFSA.
What you'll need to apply
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The Federal Pell Grant is the largest need-based grant program in the U.S. Awards are based on financial need (SAI), cost of attendance, full-time/part-time status, and plans to attend a full academic year. Pell does not have to be repaid. Apply by completing the FAFSA. For the 2026-27 award year the maximum award is $7,395 and the minimum is $740, per the Department of Education's Jan 30, 2026 Dear Colleague Letter.
Renewal terms: Renewable annually for up to 12 semesters of full-time enrollment. Must reapply each year via FAFSA.