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91³Ô¹Ï꿉۪s 10% Federal and State Grant Match Program FAQ

Q: Please define the new 10% Grant Match initiative.

A: The objective of 91³Ô¹Ï꿉۪s new 10% Federal and State Grant Match program is to increase Institutional Aid to students from low-income families with a GPA of 2.5 to 3.39. In addition to providing merit-based scholarships for eligible students, we are providing need-based aidÌýtied to federal and state programs such as Pell and Cal grants. We believe this will increaseÌýaccessÌýfor underrepresented students who wish to attend 91³Ô¹ÏÍø and increase the diversity of our student body.

 

Q: When did the program start?

A: The program began in the Fall 2021 semester and is a long-term initiative.

 

Q: Who can apply?

A: All new U.S. undergraduate and eligible non-citizen/permanent resident students with a GPA of 2.5 to 3.39 who are applying for the Fall 2021 semester and beyond.

 

Q: How do students apply?

A: Students must complete the for Pell/SEOG grants and a GPA verification form for the Award. For more information please review our Financial Aid Process page.

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Q: Do students have to apply for the 10% Grant Match program every year?

A: Yes. Students must complete a federal () and state () grant applications every year to be eligible for 91³Ô¹Ï꿉۪s 10% Grant Match program.

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Q: Why did we decide to launch the program?

A: As part of 91³Ô¹Ï꿉۪s commitment to diversity and inclusion, we aim to support every student who wants to pursue a degree regardless of their socioeconomic status. The onset of the pandemic and its devastating economic impact, increased the urgency to assist families most in need.

 

Q: Is this impacting 91³Ô¹Ï꿉۪s merit scholarship structure or any other financial aid offerings?

A: No. The University is proud to already discount its average tuition and fees by over 30% by providing merit-based Institutional Aid, and that will not change.

 

Q: Who can I contact for questions/concerns?

A: Please contact Oscar Jones, Director of Financial Aid, by email at [email protected], by phone number at 818-252-5227, or visit the Scholarship and Financial Aid page on our website.

 

Last Updated on May 2, 2023.Ìý