Grants

Grants are awarded based on need and do not need to be repaid. Federal, state and institutional grants are available. In order to apply for aid, students must complete the FAFSA each academic year. Eligible students will be considered for all types of need-based aid. Grants are renewable each year, provided that the recipient meets each award's specified criteria and submits updated documentation annually. In order to maintain eligibility, students must maintain certain qualifications as outlined by the Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy and/or the qualifications as outlined by the specific grant program awarded.

Federal Grants

Pell Grant

The Pell Grant is awarded to students who have demonstrated exceptional financial need and who have not earned a bachelor's degree. Award amounts are based on the expected family contribution (EFC) as determined annually by the U.S. Department of Education. Award amounts can change yearly, and are prorated based on enrollment status.

Public Law 112-74 signed into law on December 23, 2011, reduces the maximum period for which a student may receive Pell Grants to 12 full-time semesters. This includes all semesters that Pell funds were received at other institutions.

Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (SEOG)

The SEOG Grant is awarded to students who have demonstrated exceptional financial need and who have not earned a bachelor's degree. Award amounts are based on the expected family contribution (EFC) as determined annually by the U.S. Department of Education. Amounts can change yearly, and are prorated based on enrollment status. It is a campus-based federal program and funding is limited to amounts allocated by the Department of Education. 

State Grants

Tuition Equalization Grant Program (TEG)

State grant aid to provide funds for financially needy students to enable them to attend private universities in Texas. Undergraduate and graduate students are eligible to receive TEG funds.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Are Texas residents or are non-resident National Merit Finalists;
• Show financial need
• Are enrolled in a degree plan leading to a baccalaureate or master's 
• Earn and maintain an overall college GPA of at least a 2.5 on a 4.0 scale and complete at least 24 credit hours per year (18 credit hours per year if a graduate student)
• Enroll full time
• Are not receiving athletic scholarships
• If male, must register for Selective Service

Note: The Bachelor of Arts degree in Theology and Spiritual Action is not eligible for state funding.