These funds originate from several sources, including funds donated to the College. Federal Government Grants Pell Grants and Federal Supplemental Education Opportunity Grants are given by the federal government on the basis of financial need. State Grants Pennsylvania residents may be eligible for a PA State grant. Candidates who live in states that offer reciprocal grants for study in Pennsylvania should ask their guidance counselor or state awarding agency for the appropriate forms. These states include Alaska, Connecticut, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Ohio, Rhode Island, Vermont and West Virginia.
Most states have strict deadlines for submitting applications.
Stafford Loans are available to students regardless of financial need, with interest subsidies for most students. Federal PLUS Loans are made to parents of undergraduate students to assist in meeting educational expenses. Each year, parents may borrow up to the cost of attendance minus other financial aid. There are a variety of loan programs that serve as an alternative or supplement to the federal loan programs listed. Information on these programs is available from Albright's Financial Aid Office.