Grant funding, zero payback.
Grants are need-based funds that you never have to pay back. Awarded based on financial need, grants help lower the cost of attending Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota for students who might not otherwise be able to afford college.
| Grant | Details |
|---|---|
| Saint Mary’s Need-Based Grant | Institutional grant for full-time undergraduate students with financial need who don’t receive enough grant assistance from other sources. |
| Federal Pell Grant | Up to $6,400 in need-based aid, determined by the FAFSA. More info here. |
| Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG) | Up to $3,000 awarded based on Expected Family Contribution (EFC) and Pell Grant eligibility. |
| Minnesota State Grant | Up to $13,000 in need-based aid for eligible Minnesota residents, based on FAFSA and credit load. See details here. Note: Students granted reciprocity from another state are not eligible. |
| Non-Minnesota State Programs | Residents of other states should check if their state offers portable grants or scholarships that can be used in Minnesota. |
FAQ
Both are forms of aid (no repayment required). Grants are typically need-based, while scholarships are usually merit-based (based on academics, athletics, leadership, etc.).
Yes. You must submit the FAFSA every year to continue receiving federal and most state or institutional grants.
Yes, as long as you continue to meet eligibility requirements (e.g., financial need, enrollment status, academic progress).
Yes! You can combine both types of aid, as long as your total aid doesn’t exceed your cost of attendance.
Pell Grants are awarded to undergraduate students with exceptional financial need who have not earned a bachelor’s or professional degree.
Yes. Your eligibility can change based on FAFSA data, family income, enrollment status, or state/federal funding levels. Complete the FAFSA each year to be considered as amounts can change.