Information About Grants


What is a grant?

A grant is a type of financial aid that typically does not need repaid unless you are awarded funds incorrectly or you withdraw from school prior to the end of the term. Grants are generally offered to students with exceptional financial need as determined by the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid).  Some grants are also limited and have priority application deadlines to qualify.

What types of grants are available?

The following grants are available to eligible students attending Wichita State University:

Federal Pell Grant
Federal grant for undergraduate students with exceptional financial need.

Kansas Adult Learner Grant

State grant for adult students aged 25 and older who are seeking a bachelor’s degree in specific fields of study. This is a service scholarship; accepting funds obligates the recipient to live and work in Kansas after graduating from their degree program. For details, visit the Kansas Regents website.

Kansas Comprehensive Grant

State grant for undergraduate Kansas residents with exceptional financial need.

Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant
Federal grant for undergraduate students with exceptional financial need.

TEACH Grant
The Teacher Education Assistance for College and Higher Education (TEACH) grant program is a federal grant for qualified students pursuing specific teacher education certification.