Grants
What is a Grant?
A grant is a monetary gift that doesn’t need to be repaid and is often based on financial need. There are a number of different types of grants available. Explore the various options in the lists below.
Federal Pell Grant
- Federally funded program
- Awarded to undergraduate students without a bachelor's or professional degree
- Eligibility determined by a student's Expected Family Contribution (EFC), which is calculated from the FAFSA, and enrollment status
Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG)
- Federally funded program
- Awarded to undergraduate students with a great need for financial assistance
- Reserved for students who are eligible for Federal Pell Grant funds
Nebraska State Grant Program
- Funded by the federal government and the state of Nebraska
- Awarded to Nebraska residents eligible for Federal Pell Grant funds
Creighton University Grant (CUG)
- Institutionally funded program
- Awarded to undergraduate students with demonstrated financial need
