Student Grants

Federal Pell Grant

A need-based grant provided to low-income undergraduate students that does not have to be paid back*.

• Must have demonstrated Financial Need determined by FAFSA through your Student Aid Index (SAI).
• Awards for the 2024-2025 academic year range from $59 to $7395
• Pro-rated based on enrollment
• Lifetime eligibility used for Pell is the equivalent of 6 years at full-time enrollment (600%)

*Total withdrawal from classes or all failing grades in a semester may result in paying back grant funds, always consult the PCC Financial Aid Office when considering a withdrawal.

Pell Grant Requirements

• File the FAFSA every year you are enrolled for classes.
• Be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident.
• Be enrolled for at least one credit hour at PCC.
• Declare a major or degree that is eligible for Financial Aid.
• Not already have a bachelor’s degree.

Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG)

This grant is a first-come, first-served fund available to non-resident PCC students with exceptional financial need (as determined by the SAI from FAFSA).

• Must be attending at least 6 credit hours.
• Students at PCC must be Pell eligible to qualify.
• Must be degree seeking at PCC and taking classes towards your declared degree.

Colorado Student Grant (CSG)

This grant is a first-come, first-served fund available to Colorado residents who demonstrate financial need (determined by the SAI from FAFSA).

• Must be attending at least 6 credit hours.
• SAI must be less than or equal to 7,000.
• Pro-rated based on enrollment

Just graduated from high school? There’s a $1,000 scholarship just for you! If you graduated high school in 2025 and enroll at PCC this fall or spring, you qualify for PCC’s Cap and Gown Award. Receive $1,000 to be used toward your tuition and fees for one semester. This credit is in addition to any other financial aid or scholarships you may receive.

Career Advance Colorado

Career Advance Colorado provides zero-cost training for in-demand jobs to. Starting in August 2023, students who enroll in one of the following training programs will have their tuition, fees, course materials, and other costs covered while funding is available:

• Construction Technology (mini-certificate)
• Education
• Fire Science
• Wildland Fire
• Law Enforcement
• Practical Nursing

For more information, please fill out the inquiry form on this page so a PCC representative may contact you. Funding is limited and students must meet program and other requirements to qualify.

Learn more on our Career Advance Colorado page.

3 on Me

New students who register for classes can receive 3 free credits with PCC’s 3 on Me offer. To qualify, you must be a new student or returning to PCC after at least one semester off. You must also be eligible for the College Opportunity Fund program.

3 on Me applications will be sent to students via email or can be completed during academic advising meetings or success coaching sessions.

Return to Earn

Colorado residents who are returning to school to earn their certificate or degree may be eligible for up to $2,000 in financial assistance through this program. Students must meet the following criteria:

• Have some college credits but no degree
• Have not previously earned a certificate or degree that required 30 or more credits 
• Have not been enrolled for at least two consecutive semesters

Funding is limited. Students must meet program and other requirements to qualify. 

Learn more on our Return to Earn page.