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Grant and Work Programs

Federal Pell Grant

This federal grant program is for undergraduate students with a low EFC and exceptional financial need.  The actual amount of the award is determined annually by the U.S. Department of Education (USDE) and is based on the Expected Family Contribution (EFC), which is determined by the FAFSA.  The awards vary based on EFC, with the maximum award being $6,895 for the 2022-2023 academic year.

Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG)

This is a federal, campus-based aid program. This grant is awarded to students with demonstrated, exceptional financial need or those with Federal Pell grant eligibility. Amount of award varies depending on a student’s financial need and annual funding levels.

State Grants (PA, OH, WV, DE, VT, MA, ME, DC)

Many states have grant programs for their residents and some of these grant programs have provisions for students attending out-of-state colleges.  State grants are normally based on financial need and the actual award is determined by each state.  You should contact your state agency to obtain additional information or applications.

Waynesburg Opportunity Award

This is an institutional award, which can be worth up to $6,000 a year, and is awarded to students who exhibit academic promise within the University’s application process. It cannot be combined with Achievement Awards listed below. If the student is enrolled in the 3/2 Engineering program, the award will not transfer to the other institution for the final years of the program. If the student is enrolled in the 3/1 Marine Biology program, up to 50% of the annual award may be used toward payment at the other institution (fourth year only) based on the availability of institutional funds. The student should notify the Financial Aid Office by April 1 of the junior year of their intent to finish the Marine Biology program at another contracted institution.

Waynesburg University Grant

This is an institutional grant consisting of funds from the University and other private sources.  The grant is awarded by the Financial Aid Office to students who merit additional financial assistance. The amount of the grant depends on the student’s financial need and available funding levels.

Yellow Jacket Grant

This is an institutional grant consisting of funds from the University and other private sources. This grant is awarded by the Financial Aid Office to needy students, normally in response to a financial aid appeal for additional funding. Amount of award varies depending on the student’s circumstances and available funding levels.

Sibling Grant

This grant is awarded to each full-time, undergraduate, traditional student who has a sibling enrolled as a full-time, undergraduate, traditional student concurrently at the University. The amount is $500 to each enrolled student per academic year.

Federal Work Study (FWS)

This program is supported by federal and institutional funds and provides employment opportunities to eligible students.  Eligibility for participation in the program is determined by the student’s FAFSA results. Students are eligible to apply for on and off-campus employment opportunities, with the work schedule determined by the amount of the award, the student’s schedule, their availability and their supervisor’s determination.  Students are normally paid the federal minimum wage rate.  Additional information (including the application process/requirements) is available in the Career Services and Placement Office of Waynesburg University.