GRANT AID
If you are looking for financial assistance to further your education, you first need to understand the difference between scholarships and financial aid, both available through the Financial Aid Office.
Scholarships come from non-government sources such as foundations and private donors and may not have financial requirements for eligibility attached to them. To find out what scholarships might be available to you, consult the scholarships page for information and requirements.
Grant aid comes from federal and state government sources that have specific eligibility requirements. Grants are awarded to students based on financial need, as determined by the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (studentaid.gov). Grants may be used to pay for tuition and fees, books and supplies, transportation, and other expenses related to attending CSN. Grants do not need to be repaid, except under certain circumstances. Information about grant aid is listed below.
The Pell Grant is awarded to undergraduate students who demonstrate exceptional need according to the Federal Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). You must meet general federal student aid eligibility requirements to receive a Pell Grant. The maximum amount a student may be eligible for depends on a student's financial need, the cost of attendance, and the number of credits the student is attempting. The Pell Grant is awarded for the academic year (Fall & the following Spring). Pell Grant for the Summer term will be awarded if/when the student enrolls in summer courses.
You must re-apply for financial aid each year by submitting the correct year’s FAFSA, available every October 1st.
The FSEOG assists students who demonstrate exceptional need, according to the FAFSA. FSEOG Awards at CSN vary and range up to $1,200 for the academic year, depending on calculated financial aid eligibility and the availability of funds. The FSEOG is a limited grant and is awarded to Pell Grant recipients and on a first-come, first-serve basis. Students are encouraged to complete the FAFSA as early as possible to be considered. Visit the Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant Program page for more information.
The Silver State Opportunity Grant (SSOG) is a state-supported financial aid program designed for students with demonstrated financial need. The College of Southern Nevada (CSN) will award available funds to qualifying students based on their financial need determined by the FAFSA. CSN prioritizes students with a -1,500 to 0 Student Aid Index (SAI) who are enrolled in a minimum of 15 eligible credits. Funding for this award is offered on a first-come, first-served basis, and the demand may exceed the available resources. Students are strongly encouraged to complete the FAFSA early and enroll early. For more information about the SSOG, please visit: https://www.csn.edu/silver-state-opportunity-grant.
Both the state and the institution fund this grant. These grants are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis to students demonstrating exceptional need based on their FAFSA application. The student is awarded based on their SAI and the number of credits attempted in a semester. Students are encouraged to complete the FAFSA as early as possible to be considered.
The Silver State Access Grant is a state funded program. These grants are awarded on a first come, first-served basis to students demonstrating exceptional need based on their FAFSA application. The student is awarded based on their SAI and the number of credits attempted in a semester. Students are encouraged to complete the FAFSA as early as possible to be considered.
Other Types of Financial Aid
Grant aid isn’t the only type of Financial Aid. We encourage you to explore our website to learn more about the other types of aid available for students.