Grant (Financial Aid)

Financial aid, typically from the federal government, that usually does not have to be repaid.


Definition

A form of financial aid, typically from the federal government, that a student usually does not have to repay. The Federal Pell Grant is one example.

Not to be confused with grant funding as a source of salaries.

Where it is used

Related terms

Topic
Financial Aid
Data steward
Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships

References

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