Federal PELL Grant
Students seeking financial assistance may apply for this need-based federal grant by filing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The amount of the Federal PELL Grant grant varies for each student.
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Governor's Merit Scholarship
This $5,000 renewable scholarship is awarded to every student in the top 5% of their public or chartered nonpublic high school graduating class who choose to attend an Ohio college or university (homeschooled students who score within the top 5% of applicants on the ACT/SAT). This critical investment in Ohio’s future encourages high-achieving high school graduates to remain in Ohio to pursue their post-secondary studies and contribute to Ohio’s expanding economic opportunities.
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Ohio College Opportunity Grant
The Ohio College Opportunity Grant is available to eligible students who are residents of Ohio and is based on financial needs. To apply for this program, a student must file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
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TEACH Grant for Undergraduate Students
The Teacher Education Assistance for College and Higher Education (TEACH) Grant provides grant assistance to students who are completing coursework to begin a teaching career in a high-need field. The award is up to $4,000 per year with a maximum of $16,000 for an undergraduate degree.