Grants are financial aid that is free. Unlike loans, students don't have to pay these funds back. Federal, Michigan, and Calvin grants are based on a family's financial need according to the FAFSA.
Federal Grants
| Grant | Eligibility | Yearly Award Amount | How to Apply | Renewal Policy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Federal Pell Grant | Financial need as determined by the FAFSA | up to $5,350 | Submit FAFSA | Submit FAFSA annually |
| Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG) | Financial need (must be Pell Grant eligible) | up to $4,000 | Submit FAFSA | Submit FAFSA annually |
| Federal Academic Competitiveness Grant | Financial need (must be Pell Grant eligible) | $750 1st year $1,300 2nd year |
Submit FAFSA | Submit FAFSA annually |
| Federal National SMART Grant | Financial need (must be Pell Grant eligible) | $4,000 3rd and 4th year | Submit FAFSA | Submit FAFSA annually |
| Federal TEACH Grant | No financial need 4-yr agreement to teach at a school serving low-income families in a high-demand subject area |
up to $4,000 | Submit FAFSA | Sign service agreement annually; continued compliance with program |
State of Michigan Grants
Funding for these grants is contingent on the Michigan legislature continuing to support these programs in the upcoming year.
| Grant | Eligibility | Yearly Award Amount | How to Apply | Renewal Policy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Michigan Tuition Grant* | Michigan resident attending a private Michigan college; Financial need (not receiving the Michigan Competitive Scholarship) | up to $2,100 | Submit FAFSA | Submit FAFSA annually |
| Michigan Adult Part-Time Grant | Michigan resident, independent undergraduate with financial need, who has been out of high school for at least two years | up to $600 | Submit FAFSA | Submit FAFSA annually |
*The MI Tuition Grant/Competitive Scholarship program is still in place, however it is unclear whether or not cuts to this program will impact our students. We are waiting for decisions to be made at the state level for further clarity, but are hopeful that this program will remain fully funded for our undergraduate students.
Calvin
Grants
| Grant | Eligibility | Yearly Award Amount | How to Apply | Renewal Policy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calvin/Knollcrest Grant | Financial need as determined by the FAFSA | up to $14,000 | Submit FAFSA | Submit FAFSA annually |
| Canadian Exchange Grant | Canadian students | varies based on exchange rate | Apply for financial aid | Apply for financial aid annually |
| Korean Exchange Grant | returning Korean students | varies based on exchange rate | Apply for financial aid | Apply for financial aid annually |
| January Off-Campus Interim Grant | Must have submitted FAFSA or Calvin's Canadian Financial Aid form for that year. | varies | Submit application by October 31 | N/A |
| May Off-Campus Interim Grant | Must have submitted FAFSA or Calvin's Canadian Financial Aid form for that year. | varies | Submit application by March 6 | N/A |
Denominational Grants
Because Calvin receives regular contributions from the families of the Christian Reformed Church, students who are members or whose parents are members receive a denominational grant. The amount of the grant, with some exceptions, is based on the distance of the student's home from Calvin's campus.
| Student's Place of Residence | Yearly Award Amount |
|---|---|
| Michigan | $800 |
| Adjacent States and Provinces (Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, Wisconsin, Ontario) |
$1,050 |
| All other States, Provinces, and Countries | $1,300 |