Grants: Financial Aid Information



Parents should try and claim capital gains on investments at least two years before their student begins college. These gains are treated as income, and can significantly reduce aid eligibility.

A student's most popular financial aid choice



Grants are typically a student's favorite form of financial aid for one important reason. They don't need to be repaid! You may be eligible for the following federal and state grants, depending on financial need.


LEWIS GRANT PROGRAM
YEARLY AWARDS
CRITERIA
Lasallian Grant Awards vary A Lewis grant based on need as determined by the FAFSA.
     
FEDERAL GRANT PROGRAM YEARLY AWARDS CRITERIA
Federal Pell Grant $588 to $5,550 A federal grant based on need as determined by the FAFSA.
Federal SEOG $850 to $1,500 A federal grant awarded by the insitution to students with exceptional need.
     
STATE GRANT PROGRAM YEARLY AWARDS CRITERIA
Illinois Monetary Award
Program (MAP Grant)
$450 to $4,968 A need-based state grant to students who are residents of Illinois.
     

TEACH Grant Program


Learn more about the U.S. Department of Education's TEACH Grant Program that provides grant funds to students planning to begin a career in teaching.

Complete your FAFSA today to start applying for these grants!


How to Apply for Financial Aid

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