Overview

The Department of Education has few grants that individuals can apply for directly.

We also administer programs—mostly in higher education—that are awarded to institutions, that then award funds to individuals. Some of these are:

• Perkins Loan Program
• Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG)
• Work-Study

You need to complete the FAFSA to be eligible for these three programs.

Individual college students are also eligible for:

• Pell Grants
• Direct Loans

Apply for them by completing the FAFSA.

Grants for Individuals

Fulbright-Hays Seminars Abroad—Bilateral Projects

• Short-term study and travel seminars abroad for educators in the social sciences and humanities.
• Who can apply | Information for applicants

Fulbright-Hays—Group Projects Abroad Program

• Short-term seminars, curriculum development teams, and group research or study projects.
• Who can apply | Information for applicants