Grants
Federal Pell Grant A Federal Pell Grant does not have to be repaid. Pell Grants are awarded only to undergraduate students who have not earned a bachelor's or professional degree. Eligibility is determined by the U.S. Department of Education and is based on a standard formula established by Congress. This is determined from the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (SEOG) A Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant does not have to be repaid. Priority consideration is given to those with the lowest Expected Family Contribution Figure (EFC) and qualify for the Federal Pell Grant. This is a campus-based program which means that every eligible student is not guaranteed receipt of these funds. The school receives only a certain amount of funds for this program. Missouri Access Grant Missouri Access program provides need-based grants to full-time Missouri resident students, who have completed their FAFSA by April 1st, have an EFC within the guidelines set by the state for this program, and who do not have a prior degree. Awards are based upon state funding levels. Saint Luke's Grant A Saint Luke's Grant does not have to be repaid. These grants are awarded based on need as determined by the US Department of Education's standard formula. The college receives a limited number of funds for these grants each year. Priority is given to those who qualify and have met the college priority deadline.