Types of Need-based Financial Aid

Grants- Grants are gift-based aid that does not need to be paid back. The amount awarded is based on a student's financial need, which is determined by the financial aid application process.

• Institutional Grants - Colorado College offers need-based grants in the form of CC grants and other various endowed funds.

• Federal Pell Grants- awarded directly to students based on the FAFSA and may range from $555-$6,095 per year.

• Federal Supplemental Education Opportunity Grants (SEOG)- provided by the federal government for students with exceptional financial need.

• Colorado Student Grants (CSG) may be given to Colorado residents with exceptional financial need.