Grants

Grants are financial aid programs that do not have to be repaid. Eligibility is determined by the student’s financial need. Milligan participates in all federal and state aid programs. Students must complete a FAFSA to be eligible. For current details on federal aid, visit www.studentaid.ed.gov. For Tennessee state aid, visit collegepaysTN.com.

Need-Based Aid

  • Milligan College Grants
    Need-based and determined primarily from financial need, as determined by results of the FAFSA. Awards made on the basis of criteria established by the college administration. Up to $3,000 annually.

  • Federal Pell Grant
    Eligibility for Federal Pell Grant is determined by a formula consistently applied to all applicants which takes into account the cost of attending the institution and the student’s part or full-time status. It is based on results of information submitted on the FAFSA. Annual awards for 2012-13 range from $555 to $5,550

  • Federal SEOG Grant (Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant)
    This federal aid is available to students with exceptional financial need. Priority is given to Pell Grant recipients. Grants range from $250 to $1,000 annually.

  • Tennessee Student Assistance Award (TSAA)
    Only Pell-eligible Tennessee residents may receive this grant. If you are not a Tennessee resident, you may check with the Higher Education Agency in your state to see if your state’s tuition grant can be transferred to Tennessee. Amounts up to $4,000 per year. Complete FAFSA as soon as possible after January 1.  Awards are made until funds are depleted.

    Click here to apply for TSAC aid, send an e-mail to TSAC, view financial summary information, or transfer your grant.

Other Need-Based Aid

Federal Work Study (FWS)

This program provides part-time jobs on-campus for students with financial need as established by the FAFSA. Students are paid the current federal minimum wage, from $1,015 to $2,030 annually. The maximum amount a student may earn depends on financial need and the amount of funding the college has for the program. Eligibility does not guarantee employment but does give students the opportunity to apply for available FWS positions.

Non Need-Based Aid

Milligan College Work-Study Employment

Awarded to full-time (12 credit hours) students who desire work and meet eligibility requirements. Minimum wage. From $1,015 to $2,030 annually.