The Federal Pell grant is awarded to undergraduate students who have not received a baccalaureate degree. The maximum award for the 2009-2010 academic year is $5350 and is based on the Expected Family Contribution from the FAFSA. Awards are pro-rated based on enrollment status.
The FSEOG grant is awarded to undergraduate students who are Federal Pell Grant recipients and have exceptional financial need. Awards are based on the availability of funds and range from $200 - $1000.
LEAP is a federal grant with state matched funds awarded to Mississippi residents who are enrolled as full-time students (12 or more hours) and have financial need. The award can be between $200 and $1000 an award year depending on the availability of funds.
The Academic Competitiveness grant is awarded to undergraduate students who are Pell Grant-eligible and meet specific eligibility requirements. The maximum award for a first year eligible student is $750; the maximum award for a second year eligible student is $1300.
