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Federal Pell Grant

The Federal Pell Grant is a need-based grant from the U.S. Department of Education that helps eligible undergraduate students pay for college. Because it is gift aid, it usually does not have to be repaid.

If you qualify for a Federal Pell Grant, it will be included in your financial aid offer from Dallas Baptist University and applied directly toward eligible education expenses.

Federal Pell Grant Quick Facts

How do I apply? Complete the FAFSA each academic year & include DBU FAFSA school code 003560

Who awards the Pell Grant? The U.S. Department of Education

Who may qualify? Eligible undergraduate students with financial need as determined by the FAFSA

Does it have to be repaid? Usually, no

Where will I see it? In your DBU financial aid offer, if eligible

How Do I Apply?

To be considered for a Federal Pell Grant, complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) each academic year.

  • DBU FAFSA School Code: 003560

DBU uses your FAFSA information to evaluate your eligibility for federal, state, and institutional financial aid.

What Happens After I Submit My FAFSA?

Once you submit the FAFSA with DBU’s school code, our office will receive your details. If you qualify for a Pell Grant, it will be listed in your DBU financial aid offer.

How Are Pell Grant Awards Determined?

Your grant amount depends on several factors:

  • Student Aid Index (SAI): Based on the information submitted in the FAFSA.
  • Enrollment Status: Pell Grant amounts are prorated according to the number of credits you are enrolled in for the term.
  • Census Date Adjustments: The grant amount may be adjusted if you change your enrollment status (for example, by adding, dropping, or withdrawing from courses).
  • Remaining Lifetime Eligibility: How much Pell Grant funding you have used in past terms

Who is Eligible for a Pell Grant?

You may qualify for a Federal Pell Grant if you:

  • Submit a FAFSA for the current academic year.
  • Are enrolled in a degree-seeking undergraduate program at DBU.
  • Have not yet earned a bachelor’s, graduate, or professional degree.
  • Maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP).
  • Complete federal verification (if selected). Note: Estimated Pell amounts shown before verification is complete are subject to change.

What Are Pell Grant Award Amounts & Limits?

  • Annual Maximums: Award amounts are set by the federal government each year. To check current maximum amounts, visit the official Federal Student Aid Pell Grants Page.
  • Lifetime Limit (LEU): Federal regulations limit Pell Grant funding to the equivalent of 6 full-time academic years (12 semesters or 600%).
  • Year-Round Pell: In certain circumstances, eligible students enrolled at least half-time in summer courses may receive up to 150% of their scheduled award for that award year.

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Does a Pell Grant Ever Have to be Repaid?

Usually, no. Because a Pell Grant is gift aid, you do not have to pay it back under normal circumstances.

However, you may be required to repay part or all of your grant if:

  • You withdraw from classes before completing the term.
  • You reduce your course load or drop below required enrollment levels.
  • Your eligibility changes after an audit or verification update.

Planning a schedule change? Contact the DBU Financial Aid Office first so we can help you understand how dropping or withdrawing will impact your aid and student account balance.