Need-based assistance is based on what your family can afford. This is first determined by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Complete this form online after your taxes have been completed each year. Request your information be sent to Morningside College (Federal School Code Number 001879). To view an estimator of your family's need level go to www.finaid.org/calculators. Many Morningside College students qualify for the following need-based grants.

Federal Pell Grant - Up to $5,550 per year.

Eligiblilty Criteria:

1.  File the FAFSA.

2.  Expected Family Contribution is equal to or less than $4,617.

Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (SEOG)

1.  Must be Pell Eligible

2.  Must be a full time student

Federal Academic Competitiveness Grant - up to $750 per year (1st and 2nd year)

1.  Must be Pell Eligible

2.  Award based on completion of rigorous high school program.

3.  Must be a full time student

National Smart Grant - up to $4,000 per year (3rd and 4th year)

1.  Must have specific majors

2.  Must be Pell Eligible

3.  Must be full time

4.  Must have a GPA of 3.0 or greater

Iowa Tuition Grant - Usually $4,000
Eligibility Criteria:
1. Iowa Resident.
2. Filed the FAFSA prior to July 1st.
3. Expected Family Contribution is equal to or less than $13,500.
For more information go to: http://www.iowacollegeaid.org/commissioncentral/schgrants/

Educational Training Voucher (ETV)

Morningside Grant
Award amount varies depending on financial need and other financial aid
Nomination Criteria: File the FAFSA.