Once you have completed the entire admission proceedings for Saint Joseph's University, you must ensure to complete the FAFSA for making yourself eligible for financial aid and services. You may note that the university assists approximately 94% of the students enrolled by providing several financial aid assistance under the university or state for adoption.
Grants
Institutional Gift Aid
Saint Joseph’s awards grants to students based on their academic performance, achievements and financial need. To be considered, students must submit a FAFSA annually.
Federal and State Grants
Federal Pell Grant Program
The largest federal need-based student aid program provides grants up to a maximum of $6,195 per year to undergraduate students who are enrolled in their first bachelor’s degree. Eligibility is based on financial need —specifically, the EFC (Expected Family Contribution) as determined by the FAFSA, as well as educational costs and student enrollment status. Students must file the FAFSA to be considered.
Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (SEOG)
These federal grants are reserved for undergraduate students with exceptional financial need. Priority is given to Pell Grant recipients with the highest demonstrated financial need. Students must file the FAFSA to be considered. The annual award amount is typically $1,000.
PHEAA State Grant
The Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency provides grants to undergraduate students that meet Pennsylvania residency requirements and are enrolled at least half-time (six credits) in their first bachelor's degree program. Eligibility is based on financial need. PA residents must file the FAFSA by May 1 each year to receive consideration. Grant awards range from $500 to $4,122 for the 2019-20 academic year.
Institutional Scholarships
The following scholarships do not require a separate application. Applicants are automatically reviewed for eligibility as long as you meet the criteria:
- Merit-based Academic Scholarships (Available to Freshmen, Transfers, International)
- Air Force ROTC Scholarship (Available to Freshmen, Transfers)
- Athletic Scholarship (Available to Freshmen, Transfers, International)
- Corpus Christi Scholarship for Art Majors (Available to Freshmen, International)
- Jesuit Preparatory Scholarships (Available to Freshmen, International)