Eligibility for Federal Student Aid

A Federal Pell Grant, unlike a loan, does not have to be repaid, as long as you meet the attendance and progress requirements. Federal Pell Grants usually are awarded only to undergraduate students who have not earned a bachelor’s or a professional degree.

Ineligibility Notice: You are not eligible to receive a Federal Pell Grant if you are incarcerated in a federal or state penal institution or are subject to an involuntary civil commitment upon completion of a period of incarceration for a forcible or non-forcible sexual offense.

Determining Grant Amounts

The amount of your Pell Grant eligibility is determined by the Department of Education. A need-based formula assigns students an index number that is called an “Expected Family Contribution (EFC)”. This index number reflects the amount a student is expected to contribute to his or her own education costs. Students with an EFC above a certain range are not eligible for a Pell Grant.

Important Notice on Student Loans

Tooele Tech does not participate in federal student loan programs. If you do not qualify for federal funding you may apply for college scholarships or secure funds from private or public agencies outside Tooele Tech (Dept. of Workforce Services, Division of Rehabilitation Services, etc.).