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Grants

• Pell grant – most of our students qualify for the Pell grant. The Pell grant awards between $750-$7395 (split in half per semester).  

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• Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants – available to a limited number of full-time students with exceptional financial aid eligibility. The amount of the grant ranges from $100 to $1,000 per academic year and, when awarded, will replace 25% of college grant funds from the latest financial aid award.

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• Ohio students need to complete the FAFSA before October 1 if they wish to qualify for an Ohio Grant.

Scholarships

• AWC Scholarships – Allegheny Wesleyan College offers a large number of scholarships to its students.

• National Scholarships –  There are many scholarships available nationwide that are available to apply for.

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Loans

• The Subsidized, Unsubsidized Federal Direct Loans, are available to students unable to meet their financial obligations through other sources.

• Federal PLUS Loans are available to parents who wish to help their students with their financial obligations.

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Work-Study

• Student employment is an integral part of the financial aid program at AWC.  Eligibility is based on financial need and work abilities.  Students are expected to enroll full-time, maintain satisfactory academic progress, and perform their jobs in a satisfactory manner.  Since campus jobs are limited, some students will have to seek off-campus work.

  • Submit Request to join the Work-Study Program

Veterans Benefits

• Allegheny Wesleyan College is approved by the State Approving Agency for veterans and their dependents. Benefits are available only to students pursuing a B.A. degree.

Planning a Budget

Budgeting 101 – Read this article

• Categorize Expenses.
• Crunch the Numbers.
• Apply for Grants and scholarships.
• Consider student loans with a pre-determined plan to pay back.
• Find a source of income (if you’ll be working).
• Form Your Attainable Budget.
• Use apps to help you (i.e. MS Excel, Mint, Level Money, Left to Spend, Personal Capital, YNAB).
• Be frugal. Shop at stores with student discounts, go to thrift stores, shop online, price match, carpool, learn to save.
• Stay on top of tracking expenses and keep regular record of account standing.