Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG)

Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG) – Specific Considerations (2025–2026)

• Program Overview: The FSEOG is a grant awarded by Gallaudet University to undergraduate students who demonstrate exceptional financial need, as determined by the FAFSA-generated Student Aid Index (SAI).

• Eligibility Requirements:

  • Must be an undergraduate student enrolled in a degree-seeking program

  • Must be enrolled at least half-time (6+ credit hours)

  • Must be eligible for a Pell Grant

• Award Amounts: Awards typically range from $100 to $4,000 per academic year, depending on individual need and available institutional and federal funding.

• Application Requirement: Students must have a current FAFSA on file. FSEOG eligibility is determined after Pell Grant eligibility is confirmed, as FSEOG is awarded in coordination with Pell Grant funding.

• Disbursement and Use of Funds:

  • FSEOG funds are applied to tuition, mandatory fees, and standard on-campus room and board charges first.

  • Any remaining credit is refunded to the student according to federal regulations.

  • Federal regulations govern the timing and order of disbursement, which is typically after the Add/Drop period.

• Coordination with Other Aid: Receiving other federal, state, or institutional aid may affect the FSEOG award to prevent overawards.

• Limitations: Funding is limited and awarded on a first-come, first-served basis to eligible students with the greatest financial need.