Federal Pell Grant Program

College & Education · Indiana · Free

Largest federal grant for undergraduate students with financial need. Maximum award up to $7,395 per year with no repayment required. Dads returning to school, or helping their kids apply, can qualify based on financial need from the FAFSA. Most Indiana colleges and universities participate. Apply via FAFSA at studentaid.gov; no separate Pell application is needed. Awards are paid through the school's financial aid office.

Contact & Details

Address: Apply via FAFSA

Phone: 1-800-433-3243

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