Below is a list of need-based aid that is available to students at Robert Morris University.  These need-based forms of aid are considered grants and do not have to be repaid.  Please contact the Financial Aid Office if you have any questions.

Federal Grants

Pell Grants

The Pell Grant Program provides need based grants to low-income students. on need. Grant amounts are dependent on: the student's expected family contribution (EFC); the cost of attendance (as determined by the institution); the student's enrollment status (full-time or part-time); and whether the student attends for a full academic year or less.

Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (SEOG)

The Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant is a program for undergraduates with exceptional financial need.  Please contact the Financial Aid office for further information.

State Grants

Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency (PHEAA)

PHEAA (Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency) is a state grant program which offers financial  assistance to eligible Pennsylvania undergraduate students meet the costs of higher education. The FAFSA serves as the program's application.  For program qualifications, please click here. 

Please note the following, in addition to the program qualifications in the above link:

• Students in fully online programs are not eligible for state grants.  This includes the Organizational Studies and Professional Communications and Information Systems programs as they are a mix of hybrid and fully online courses.
• For students taking eight week courses, you must be enrolled in both eight week sessions to be eligible.