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How to Apply for a Pell Grant

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By ajmaddox
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Do you want a way to help pay for a College Education? Applying for a Pell Grant is free! All of the information is right at your finger tips.

From Quick Guide: Covering Your College Tuition
Difficulty: Moderate
Instructions

Things You'll Need:

  • Computer
  • Tax returns
  1. Step 1

    The first step to applying for a Pell Grant is to gather all of the information requested on the application. This includes social security number, tax records, drivers license, current bank statements, mortgage statements, and any other financial records you may have.

  2. Step 2

    Next, you will need to visit the website, www.fafsa.ed.gov Here is where you locate the FAFSA web worksheet. They have a help section on each page, and a calculator to help with any figures.

  3. Step 3

    Then you can submit the worksheet online! Everything is filed, and a confirmation is sent via email. You may make corrections, and check the status online. You have a PIN, which is very important. Don't delay they must be submitted by June 30, 2009 to be considered for the 2009-2009 school year. Remember, this grant is through the Federal government, and does NOT have to be repaid.

Tips & Warnings
  • File early.
  • Keep your PIN handy.
  • Eligibility is based on need.
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on 11/25/2009 Sounds very interesting. Good article. 5*

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on 11/12/2009 Very useful information!! 5* and rec'd!!

ajmaddox said

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on 11/9/2009 Yes, check out my article on Upromise! It's free, and you can earn money for college.

jcp2 said

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on 11/9/2009 thanks. i am trying to get my masters, but i don't know how i am going to pay for it. any other advice would be appreciated!

juanitac said

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on 11/6/2009 Great tips! When i applied for my pell grant for college this is exactly how i did it. It should be even better now because the grant has been raised. 5* and rec'd.

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