How to Get a Federal Pell Grant
Need money for school? Each year the FED helps thousands of low income students pay for college through the Pell grant program. Here are a few tips on how to get a Pell Grant.
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Find out if you meet the qualifications and eligibility requirements to receive a Pell grant. The college you attend must participate in the Federal Pell Grant program and you must make under a certain amount of money a year to qualify. Head to ed.gov for a list of specific requirements.
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Complete a FAFSA application to apply for a Pell Grant. You can either submit a paper form or apply electronically online. The FAFSA application contains a section to apply for a Pell Grant. Paper FAFSA applications can be found at your high school, college, library, and some community agencies.
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Review the terms that apply to Pell grant recipients. There are certain rules that you need to be familiar with and follow in order to use your grant money.
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