A grant is a type of gift aid that does not require repayment. Each grant has different requirements for eligibility, including meeting Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP). Eligibility for need based grants is also determined by the information provided by the student on the FAFSA. You can use the U.S. Department of Education’s Federal Student Aid Estimator to get an idea of grant eligibility.
After the FAFSA is filed, you are automatically considered for the following grants based on your eligibility:
- Federal Pell Grant
- Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG)
- UMBC Grant
- The Best of Baltimore Grant
Students who are interested in a career in teaching may want to inquire about the TEACH Grant. Students are not automatically considered for TEACH Grant eligibility. Interested students should contact the Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships.