Policy & program record · Education

Federal Pell Grant

A federal grant program supporting eligible undergraduate students with financial need.

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United States

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Award amounts, eligibility and verification can change by year. This guide does not calculate an individual student's award.

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United States

A federal grant program supporting eligible undergraduate students with financial need.

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