Pell Grant
The Pell Grant is a federal program administered by the U.S. Department of Education. The intent of the program is to provide needy students with grants to assist them in attending an institution of higher education. Students with previous bachelor’s degrees are not eligible for this award.
State of Maine Grant (MESG)
The MESG is a state program administered by the Finance Authority of Maine (FAME). Financially needy students that meet eligibility requirements may receive grant awards. For maximum award, the student's FAFSA must be filed by May 1st.
The eligibility requirements are as follows:
- U.S. citizen or an eligible non-citizen.
- Resident of Maine other than for college purposes, with Maine residency established one (1) calendar year before applying to the MESG Program.
- Graduated from an approved secondary school (or shall have completed a general education development exam).
- Demonstrate substantial financial need as computed by the FAFSA and the State of Maine formula.
- Must be at least a one-half-time student.
Students with previous bachelor’s degrees are not eligible for this award.