Financial Aid Programs at Morton College

Morton College is dedicated in helping students and veterans obtain financial aid and educational benefits through a variety of programs offered by the U.S. Department of Education, Department of Veterans Affairs and Illinois Student Assistance Commission (ISAC). Students using a combination of state and federal benefits should consult with the Financial Aid Office to determine the best way to utilize their benefits. Our institution is approved to process the following financial aid and educational benefits for qualifying students:

Federal Pell Grant — A Federal Pell Grant, unlike a loan, does not have to be repaid. Pell Grants are awarded only to undergraduate students who have not earned a bachelor’s or professional degree. Pell Grants provide a foundation of financial aid to which other aid may be added.

Federal Work-Study Program —  The Federal Work-Study Program provides on and off-campus jobs for students needing financial aid for their educational expenses. The program encourages community service work and work related to the student’s course of study. Students must be enrolled half-time to be eligible. 

Federal Direct Loan Program — Students can receive low interest loans from the Department of Education to help pay for educational expenses not covered by grants or scholarships. Contact the Financial Aid Office for more information on how to apply. Students must be enrolled half-time to be eligible.

Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG) — The Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG) program is for undergraduates with exceptional financial need. Pell Grant recipients with the lowest Expected Family Contribution (EFC) will be considered first for a FSEOG. Just like Pell Grants, the FSEOG does not have to be repaid. Students must be enrolled halftime to be eligible.

The Monetary Award Program (MAP) EST. - MAP grants, EST, which do not need to be repaid, are available to eligible Illinois residents who attend approved Illinois colleges and demonstrate financial need, based on the information provided on the FAFSA. The MAP grant does not cover audited courses, non-credit courses, continuing education courses and lab-course fees. Students must take a minimum of 3 credit hours to qualify for this grant. Funding for the MAP grant is limited. Students are encouraged to apply early for this grant to ensure full-year consideration.  

Scholarship Opportunities — Morton College offers prospective and current students the opportunity to apply for scholarships. There are many scholarships available with various qualifications. Updated lists of available scholarships are released throughout the year. Please check the Morton College website for more information.