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Federal Grants

Types of Federal Grants Available

Pell grants are offered to students whose FAFSA results show significant financial need. Award amounts can change yearly. These grants are generally available only to undergraduate students. Pell Grants may be available to students for up to the equivalent of 12 semesters. For information on Pell grant amounts visit Studentaid.gov.

Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants are offered to students whose FAFSA results show exceptional financial need. Award amounts range from $100 to $4,000 per year. These grants are offered to Pell Grant-eligible students with the highest financial need based on availability of funds, and at the discretion of Valparaiso University’s Financial Aid Office.

A TEACH Grant (Teacher Education Assistance for College and Higher Education Grant) is a federal grant that provides funding to students who agree to teach in a high-need field for four years at an elementary school, secondary school, or educational service agency that serves low-income families. If this service requirement is not met, the grant is converted into a Direct Unsubsidized Loan. Students must file the FAFSA, complete the federal Agreement to Serve and counseling, and enroll in a TEACH Grant eligible program.

For first time applicants, please complete our TEACH Grant Application below in addition to the above requirements.

For applicants wishing to renew/reapply for the TEACH grant, please complete our TEACH Grant Renweal Application below in addition to the requirements above.

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