Federal Programs
Contact Financial Aid
- 617-333-2354 (P) 617-333-2915 (F)
- fin-aid@curry.edu
- 79C Atherton St.
Education is an important investment. To assist you with financing your education, Curry College participates in federal aid programs. The professional and knowledgeable Student Financial Services staff is committed to helping you create a financial plan that will allow you to reach your educational and enrollment goals.
A federally funded program that uses a standard formula, established by Congress, to evaluate the information you report on your FAFSA and determine your Pell Grant eligibility. These funds are awarded to undergraduate students with exceptional financial need who are pursuing their first bachelor's degree. Pell Grant funding is set by the federal government each year. Current awards range from a minimum of $652 to a maximum of $6,095 for the academic year 2018-2019 and are based on enrollment status. Students are required to complete a FAFSA annually for consideration. Funds are credited to the student's tuition account approximately one week after the end of the add/drop period for the semester.
A federally funded program for students with calculated exceptional need and are subject to the availability of funds. Priority is given to students who receive Federal Pell Grants. Award amounts depend on a student's need and the level of funding received by the College. Grants range from a minimum of $100 to a maximum of $4,000. Students are required to complete a FAFSA annually for consideration. Funds are credited to the student's tuition account approximately one week after the end of the add/drop period for the semester.