The Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG) program provides financial assistance to undergraduates with exceptional financial need.

Eligibility

Student must:

  • Have a valid Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) on file;
  • Qualify for the Federal Pell Grant;
  • Enroll in 6 or more credit hours;

    Enrollment StatusUndergraduate StudentsGraduate/Professional Students
    Full Time12+ credit hours9+ credit hours
    Three-Quarter Time9 - 11.9 credit hours7 - 8.9 credit hours
    Half Time6 - 8.9 credit hours5 - 6.9 credit hours
    Less Than Half Time0.5 - 5.9 credit hours0.5 - 4.9 credit hours
  • The expected family contribution (EFC) according to the FAFSA must be 0;
  • Be working toward his or her first bachelor's degree;
  • Demonstrate exceptional financial need; and
  • Be making satisfactory academic progress (SAP).

No separate application is required for this program.

Amount

Awards are posted for $500 per year, depending on need. Grant amounts can vary based on availability of funding at the time of application. FSEOG may be used during the summer term if funding is available.

Notification and Disbursement

If eligible, the FSEOG will be listed on the student's award notification, as well as posted to the MyISU Portal account.

Funds are applied directly to the student's ISU account approximately ten days before the start of the applicable semester.