State Grants

Indiana is one of the most generous states in terms of the aid provided for in-state students. In addition, it’s important to remember that eligible students attending private colleges receive more aid dollars than those attending public schools. Here are some important facts:

  • You may or may not be eligible for state aid, depending on your family’s financial situation, as indicated by the Expected Family Contribution shown on the FAFSA
  • State aid is available to those whose permanent residence was in Indiana as of the end of the prior year. For dependent students, the parents must also be Indiana residents.
  • The amount of aid you receive varies depending on the type of high school diploma you received – Academic Honors, Core 40, or standard.
  • To qualify, a student’s FAFSA must have been received by the federal processor by March 10.

Indiana State Grants: Estimated maximum of $10,992 in 2007-08
Deadline: FAFSA must be received by March 10

  • Includes HEA (Higher Education Award), FOC (Freedom of Choice Award), and 21st Century Scholarship
  • Students must be enrolled full-time and must have primary residence in the state of Indiana
  • Amount is need-based
  • Indiana part-time grants are available to needy part-time students on a limited basis

Grants from other states: Amounts vary

  • Contact your high school guidance counselor or your state agency to see if your state has a cooperative arrangement with Indiana
  • Requires submittal of the FAFSA