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We could all use a little more money to take care of the debts – and not have to pay it back. Governments do not usually give money out for no reason, but the new US administration recognizes our woes and has decided to give 40 billion dollars every year to take care of the debts of those citizens who are unable to pay for their bills or other debts. Grants, unlike loans, are called “gift aid” and don’t have to be repaid.

Pell Grants
Based exclusively on need, Pell grants are given using federally approved guidelines to most colleges and universities. These institutions receive a fixed amount of “Pell money” each year and use it up until it’s gone.

Pell grants are given to undergraduate students who don’t have a bachelor’s or professional degree. These Pell grants provide a good start to financial aid upon which students can add on through their college experience.

To begin, potential receivers of Pell grants must fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, or the FAFSA. With information about the student’s previous year’s tax return, the government decides the student’s eligibility for Pell grants and sends the information to the institution.

The amount of money you receive in Pell grants is determined by the information from the FAFSA, the cost of your institutions tuition or attendance, full-time or part-time status, and whether or not you attend school for a full academic year. If you are found to be eligible to receive Federal Pell grants, you will receive the money from your school. They can decide to give you the Pell grants in the form of a check or they can credit it directly to your student account so the money is used for tuition and other school expenses as a first priority.
Remember to act quickly because your college or university’s Pell grants could run out quickly. Apply beginning January 1 for the upcoming school year and be on your way to a more secure financial future.