Pell Grant

Note: This information is valid for new students entering Cedarville in 2027–28. View all items in the Federal Aid category.

The Federal Pell Grant is awarded to undergraduate students who have significant financial need as measured by their 2027-28 FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) and their calculated Student Aid Index (SAI).

For the 2027-28 School year, Pell Grant information will be available in February 2027 or soon after.

The annual awarded Pell Grant amount is determined by:

• The student's FAFSA SAI calculation
• The student being evaluated as eligible for a Pell Grant
• The University's Cost of Attendance

To be eligible for a Pell Grant, the student must meet all Pell Grant eligibility criteria, and their FAFSA results must indicate one of the following:

• Eligible for a Maximum Pell Grant
• Eligible for a Calculated Pell Grant
• Eligible for a Minimum Pell Grant

The annual Pell Grant amounts for the current 2026-27 school year are as follows for full-time TIV enrollment (12 or more credits that count toward degree completion):

• Maximum Pell Grant: $7,395
• Minimum Pell Grant: $740
• The annual amount for all Pell Grants ranges is $740–$7,395.

While Pell Grant eligibility is determined on an annual basis, the amount a student may receive each term is based, in part, on their enrollment intensity. Enrollment intensity is determined using the student's TIV-eligible credits (courses required for degree completion) as of the Term Census Date.

• 12 or more TIV-eligible credits: The student has 100% enrollment intensity and is eligible for their full Pell Grant amount for the term
• Fewer than 12 TIV-eligible credits: The student's Pell Grant for the term is adjusted based on their enrollment intensity.

Example: A student enrolled in 9 TIV-eligible credits as of the Term Census Date has a 75% enrollment intensity (9 ÷ 12 = 75%). The student's Pell Grant for the term is calculated using the 75% enrollment intensity.

Visit Federal Student Aid's 'Federal Pell Grants' website for additional information.