How Grants Work
When you apply for need-based aid, you’re automatically considered for grant funding across multiple programs.
What is a grant?
- Awarded based on your FAFSA and/or CSS results and demonstrated financial need
- Funds you don’t have to repay
- Provided through federal, state, and institutional programs
Often combined with scholarships and other forms of aid
Preferred Deadlines
Since funds are limited, we recommend submitting your FAFSA—and your CSS Profile if you’re applying for aid for the first time—by the preferred deadline.
- Prospective students: admissions application deadline
- Returning students: March 1
Limited Funding
Grant funds are limited and awarded based on eligibility and availability. Early application is recommended.
Renewal
Renewal is based on continued demonstrated financial need, available funding, and satisfactory academic progress.
Types of Grants
Explore the federal, state, and Trinity-funded grant programs designed to support your financial need.
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Federal Pell Grant
The Federal Pell Grant is awarded to undergraduate students demonstrating exceptional financial need who have not earned a bachelor's degree. Award amounts are determined by a mandated federal formula that considers the Student Aid Index (SAI) and enrollment status of the student. Funding for the Federal Pell Grant program is appropriated annually by Congress. Students must file the FAFSA each year to be considered for the Federal Pell Grant, and recipients must demonstrate satisfactory academic progress toward achieving a degree.Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant
A need-based federal grant, the Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG) is awarded to students with exceptional financial need with priority given to those who are also receiving a Federal Pell Grant. Students who have a valid FAFSA on file with the federal processor prior to March 1 each year are given priority consideration for this limited funding. Recipients must demonstrate satisfactory academic progress toward achieving a degree.
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Texas Tuition Equalization Grant (TEG)
A need-based grant available to Texas residents attending a private college or university within the state. Funding is limited and priority is given to students who demonstrate significant financial need and submit the FAFSA.Recipients must:
Maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.5
Earn at least 24 credit hours each academic year
Complete at least 75 percent of attempted credit hours
Continue to demonstrate significant financial need
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Trinity University Grant
The Trinity Grant is a need-based award funded by the University and available to students who demonstrate financial need as determined through the FAFSA and CSS Profile. Renewal is contingent upon continued demonstrated financial need and satisfactory academic progress.