Grants

This type of financial aid is based on student financial need as determined by the FAFSA.  Sources for grants may be federal, state or institutional.  Grants do NOT have to be repaid.  Amounts are usually prorated based on actual enrollment and students must be making satisfactory academic progress (SAP) to be eligible.

Some of the grants available to Marygrove students are listed below.   Unless otherwise noted, all programs are for undergraduate students and require students to complete a FAFSA and be making SAP.  More detailed information about the aid program can be obtained by clicking the link provided.

Federal Pell Grant is awarded to students based on their Expected Family Contribution (EFC).  The full-time award amount ranges from $890-$4731 per academic year.  The award is prorated based on actual enrollment.

Federal Academic Competitiveness Grant (ACG) is available to full-time, Pell eligible freshmen and sophomores who have completed a rigorous high school curriculum as defined by the US Department of Education.  Freshman award amount is $750 per academic year.  Sophomore award amount is $1300 per academic year if the student has a 3.00 cumulative GPA.  Eligible students must be enrolled full-time.  A final high school transcript is required for award disbursement.

Federal National Science and Mathematics Access to Retain Talent Grant (SMART Grant) is available to full-time, Pell eligible Juniors and Seniors with a signed major in Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science Information, Accounting Information Systems or non-teaching Mathematics.  Award amount is $4000 per academic year and the student may be eligible for up to eight (8) semesters.  The student must maintain a 3.00 cumulative GPA for continued eligibility.

Federal Teach Grant Program NEW!!!  This grant is available to undergraduate and graduate students who plan to teach in low income school districts in high need subjects (Foreign Language, Math, Reading Specialist, Science and Special Education).  It provides up to $4000 per academic year to a maximum of $16,000 for undergraduates and $8,000 graduate students.  Student must have a 3.25 cumulative high school GPA and/or score in the 75th percentile on the ACT, SAT or GRE to be eligible.  The student must maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.25 to renew.  Students who fail to meet the terms of the Teach Grant Program will have the grant convert to an unsubsidized student loan.

Michigan Adult Part-Time Grant (.pdf) is available to independent students who are Michigan residents and have been out of high school at least two years.  The student must be enrolled less than full-time and is eligible for the award for a maximum of four (4) semesters.  The maximum award amount is $600 per academic year.

Michigan Competitive Scholarship (.pdf) is available to needy Michigan residents attending Michigan colleges having earned a composite score of 23 on the ACT.  At Michigan private colleges, the award amount varies from $100-$2100 and is available for up to 10 semesters.  The award may be adjusted with the receipt of other financial aid, scholarships, educational benefits, etc. 

Michigan Promise (.pdf) is a new award available to graduating high school seniors entering college within two (2) years of high school completion.  Students who pass the Michigan Merit Exam are eligible for $1000 per year for two years at any Michigan private or public institution and another $2000 with approximately 60 credits earned.  Students who do not pass the Michigan Merit Exam are eligible for $4000 with 60 credits earned.  No FAFSA or minimum enrollment is required.  Student does not have to be making SAP.   New students must certify the award with the state of Michigan by November 15th.  Students must maintain a 2.5 cumulative GPA for continued eligibility.

Michigan Tuition Grant (.pdf) is available to needy Michigan residents attending Michigan private colleges. The student must be enrolled at least half-time (6 credits undergraduate, 3 credits graduate).  The award is available for up to ten (10) semesters if other eligibility criteria are met.  Award amounts vary from $100-$2100 per academic year and may be adjusted with the receipt of other financial aid, scholarships, educational benefits, etc. Students are not eligible for both Michigan Tuition Grant and Michigan Competitive Scholarship. Graduate students may be eligible for this award.  Students must file FAFSA by July 1 to be eligible.  Marygrove College should be listed first on the FAFSA. 

Michigan Tuition Incentive Program (TIP) (.pdf) Eligible students are notified by the state of eligibility.  Students must activate the award with the state within four (4) years of high school completion.  Phase 1 eligible students must be enrolled in an Associates Degree program.  Phase 1 TIP currently pays $80 per credit hour plus mandatory fees for up to 80 credits or Associate degree completion.  Phase II TIP pays $1000 per year for up to two (2) years.  Students must be enrolled at least half-time (6 credits) to be eligible.  The student is not required to file a FAFSA.

last updated 4/08