Federal and State Grants
Submit the FAFSA every school year to be considered for the following grants.
Federal Pell Grant
Eligibility for the Federal Pell Grant is based on financial need as determined by the FAFSA. The amount a student can receive is calculated based on the Student Aid Index (SAI), and enrollment intensity.
Eligible students' initial Pell Grant award is calculated based on full-time enrollment intensity, 12-credit hours per semester. Credit hours do not include courses that are not required for your OCCC degree program, or courses Never Attended or courses Dropped with Refund.
The final Pell grant amount each semester is based on enrolled credit hours at the close of the term drop period,
The semester Pell grant will then be prorated based on enrolled credit hours/ divided by 12, and multiplied * by the semester award amount:
12 or more credit hours /12 = 100% of semester award.
11-credit hours /12 = 92% of semester award.
10-credit hours /12 = 83% of semester award.
9-credit hours /12 = 75% of semester award.
8-credit hours /12 = 67% of semester award.
7-credit hours /12 = 58% of semester award.
6-credt hours /12 = 50% of semester award.
5-credit hours /12 = 42% of semester award.
4-credit hours /12 = 33% of semester award.
3-credit hours /12 = 25% of semester award.
2-credit hours /12 = 17% of semester award.
1-credit hour /12 = 8% of semester award.
Enrollment intensity cannot exceed 100% for purposes of Pell Grant proration.
Students enrolled in the Summer Semester may receive additional Pell Grant Funds.
The amount of Federal Pell Grant funds you may receive over your lifetime is limited by federal law to the equivalent of six years of Pell Grant funding. 24-credit hours is equal to 100% of the six-year equivalent of 600%. View your current lifetime eligibility percentage under 'MyAid' at StudentAid.gov.
Students must maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress, not owe a federal grant repayment, or be in default on any federal student loan to be eligible for a Pell grant. Students who have earned a bachelor's degree are not eligible for a Pell Grant at Oklahoma City Community College.
Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG)
Eligibility for the Federal SEOG is based on need and is limited to students who have exceptional financial need. It must be awarded to Federal Pell Grant recipients who have the lowest SAI. The amount a student can receive depends on the student's need, the availability of FSEOG funds, and the amount of other assistance the student is receiving.
Students must maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress, not owe a federal grant repayment, or be in default on any student loan.
Oklahoma Tuition Aid Grant (OTAG)
The Oklahoma Tuition Aid Grant (OTAG) is a grant provided by the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education (OSRHE) to residents of Oklahoma who attend public and private colleges and universities, and career technology centers. Students must submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) every school year at FAFSA.
OTAG eligibility and funding criteria has been established by OSRHE to enhance student retention and graduation. Each school will determine awarding criteria and priority.
OTAG Eligibility:
- Completion of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
- Residency in the State of Oklahoma
- Eligibility for the Federal Pell Grant
- Enrollment in an eligible degree program
- Meeting Federal Student Aid Satisfactory Academic Progress
OTAG Awarding Criteria and Priority:
- Students with the most unmet financial need
- Students nearest to completing a degree or certificate
- Students in programs meeting high-demand employment needs
- Students who have remained continuously enrolled
- Students not currently receiving other state financial aid
- Enrolled in 6 or more credit hours; graduating term may consider less than 6-credit hours
- Availability of allocated grant funding
- Annual award levels range from $200 - $1,500
Non-Resident State Grant Assistance
Students who are not residents of Oklahoma may be eligible for a state grant or scholarship from their home state. Check with your state education agency to see if you may qualify and any specific timelines and criteria. More information may be found at: USDE State Contact
