A grant is financial aid that is generally based on financial need. You do not have to pay back grants as long as you complete the semester. Each grant has certain eligibility requirements, in addition to the general Eligibility Requirements for aid. If you already have a bachelor’s degree, you are not eligible for any of the grant programs listed.
The grant programs available at Owens Community College are:
Federal Pell Grant | ||
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You are eligible for the maximum Pell grant if you have a Pell-eligible EFC and meet the following criteria:
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2023-2024 (Summer 2023, Fall 2023, and Spring 2024) annual award amount: $7,395.
If you are enrolled summer, fall, and at least half-time in spring, your annual amount may be increased by up to 50%. Enrollment required: For full eligibility, a minimum of 12 credit hours is required each semester, including summer. Amounts are pro-rated if you are enrolled in less than 12 credits. Length of eligibility: Maximum of 12 full-time semesters Application: FAFSA® |
*Please contact the Student Service Center for instructions if this situation applies to you.
Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG) | |
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Annual award amount: Up to $600
Enrollment required: 1 or more credit hours Application: FAFSA® |
Iraq and Afghanistan Service Grant | |
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You may qualify for this grant if all of the following apply:
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2023-2024 (Summer 2023, Fall 2023, and Spring 2024) annual award amount: $6,973
If you are enrolled summer, fall, and at least half-time in spring, your annual amount may be increased by up to 50%. Enrollment required: For full eligibility, a minimum of 12 credit hours is required each semester, including summer. Amounts are pro-rated if you are enrolled in less than 12 credits. Length of eligibility: Maximum of 12 full-time semesters Application: FAFSA® |
Ohio College Opportunity Grant (OCOG) for Year-round Students (Spring semester only) | |
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Spring 2024 amount: up to $1600
Enrollment required: To be considered for full eligibility, a minimum of 12 credit hours is required. Amounts are pro-rated if you are enrolled in less than 12 credits Length of eligibility: Maximum of 10 full-time semesters Application: FAFSA® |
Ohio College Opportunity Grant (OCOG) for Veterans and Foster Youth | |
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2023-2024 (Summer 2023, Fall 2023, and Spring 2024) annual award amount: up to $1600 per semester
Awards may be used to help with tuition and living expenses Enrollment required: For full eligibility, a minimum of 12 credit hours is required each semester, including summer. Amounts are pro-rated if you are enrolled less than 12 credits Length of eligibility: Maximum of 10 full-time semesters Application: FAFSA®. Veterans’ Benefits certification (for veterans) or Ohio ETV Program approval (for foster youth). |
FAFSA® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Education.
GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S. government Web site at https://www.benefits.va.gov/gibill.