Anderson University

Grants

 
Federal and State Grants

To apply for all Federal and South Carolina Aid, complete and mail the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). You can complete the FAFSA at http://www.fafsa.ed.gov or go to http://www.ed.gov for more information. The Financial Aid Planning Office mails FAFSA forms to students prior to Christmas for current students and immediately after January 1 for prospective students.

Federal Pell Grant
Eligible students may receive up to $4,050.  The student must complete the FAFSA to determine eligibillity.

FSEOG Grant
Federal grant reserved for Pell eligible students. Students must complete the FAFSA to be considered. Award amounts vary.

South Carolina State Tuition Grant
South Carolina residents who qualify and apply on time may receive up to $2,600 in gift aid. More information is available at http://www.sctuitiongrants.com. The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) must be received by the Federal Processor on or before June 30 in order to be considered for eligibility.

Other Resources

Veteran Benefits
Veterans and their dependents may receive benefits to which they are entitled. The program is administered through the VA Certifying Official at 864-231-2120.

Vocational Rehabilitation
Persons with physical disabilities which are vocational handicaps are eligible for financial aid from state departments of vocational rehabilitation. Information may be obtained from the vocational rehabilitation department in the student's home state.
Tuition Exchange
The Tuition Exchange is a reciprocal scholarship program for children and other family members of faculty and staff employed at over 530 participating institutions. The Tuition Exchange, Inc. a non-profit association, serves higher education by making careers at colleges and universities more attractive. More information can be found at the Tuition Exchange web site.


Anderson University Grants

Anderson University Grant
The University Financial Aid Planning Office offers assistance to boarding and commuting students who demonstrate need and complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) prior to July 1. Awarded amounts vary based on boarder/commuter status.

Two Student Discount
A $1,000 scholarship is awarded to students who live on campus and have other immediate family members enrolled simultaneously at Anderson University.  Students can qualify with a 2.5 High School GPA.  Students must also maintain a 2.5 GPA to renew. 

Ministerial Family Grant
Dependents of ministers are eligible for a $1,000 grant if the student lives on campus. Commuting students are eligible for a reduced amount of $500. Eligible students must have and maintain a 2.5 GPA. Application is made through the Admissions application. 

Out of State Grant
Incoming freshmen can receive up to $3,000.  Deadline is April 1 or until all funding is expended.  Eligibility is based on date of student's deposit. Funding is limited. This grant can only be received by students who intend to live in a residence hall.

Athletic Grants
As a NCAA Division II school, scholarships are awarded to athletes in intercollegiate sports. Please see Athletics for a complete listing of sports offered.