Grants are an educational funding source available to most undergraduate students that they do not need to repay. There are several types of grants that may be available to undergraduate students.
Grants + Work Study
Grants are an educational funding source available to most undergraduate students that they do not need to repay. There are several types of grants that may be available to undergraduate students.
The MAP grant is awarded to undergraduate Illinois residents attending an in-state college or university. MAP grants are based on need and are funded by the State of Illinois. You are automatically considered for it once you complete the FAFSA and apply before the state’s deadline (December 1).
We recommend that you file your FAFSA as soon as possible after October 1st to be considered for the MAP Grant. If you file your FAFSA after the state’s deadline, you may not receive MAP funding even if you are eligible need-based funds on your FAFSA application.
MAP regulations require you to enroll for 15 credit hours per (fall and spring) semesters to receive the full award. If you enroll part time or for one semester, your award will be adjusted according to ISAC rules. MAP is restricted to tuition and mandatory fees.
The Retention of Illinois Students & Equity (RISE) Act allows eligible undocumented students and transgender students who are disqualified from federal financial aid to apply for all forms of state financial aid. The Alternative Application for Illinois Financial Aid provides a pathway for these qualified students to apply for Monetary Award Program (MAP) grants, the state’s largest need-based grant program for low-income college students.
Learn More About Applying for the Illinois MAP GrantThe U.S. Department of Education determines the student’s Federal Pell Grant eligibility when the FAFSA is completed and submitted to the U.S. Dept of Education every year after October 1st. The Federal Pell Grant is funded by the U.S. Department of Education. Federal Pell Grants are awarded to eligible undergraduates who have not earned a bachelor’s degree and meet financial need requirements.
For 2022-2023 the maximum award is $6,895 for full-time students with an Expected Family Contribution (EFC) on the FAFSA of 0. Students may receive a prorated grant for enrollment less than fulltime.
Year-Round Pell Grant
The Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2017 allows a student to receive Federal Pell Grant funds for up to 150% of the student’s Pell Grant Scheduled Award for an award year. Year-Round Pell allows students to receive up to 150% of a regular grant award during the academic year taking classes in the summer.
To be eligible for the additional Pell Grant funds, the student must meet all general eligibility requirements to receive financial aid for the payment period and must be enrolled at least half time (6 credits) in the semester. Eligible students may receive up to three Pell disbursements (150%) in one academic year (summer, fall and spring semesters). Pell Grant recipients may take advantage of this new regulation to earn their degree faster.
Learn More About The Federal Pell GrantThe Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (SEOG) is a campus-based program administered by the Office of Financial Aid. Undergraduate students with exceptional financial need are given priority for these limited funds. The maximum award amount varies annually according to an appropriation from Congress.
Students are automatically considered for SEOG funds when they complete the FAFSA. These funds are typically awarded to students with an Expected Family Contribution (EFC) of $0 who file the FAFSA each year timely. Students do not need to repay these funds.
Learn More About the Federal SEOG
Federal Work-Study program (FWS) provides an opportunity for BenU students to earn a portion of their education expenses through part-time, on-campus employment. If a student is eligible to participate in the FWS program, a FWS offer amount will appear on their Financial Aid Offer Notification. FWS earnings are not credited directly to a student’s account but the student is issued a bimonthly paycheck.
Benedictine University offers a number of paid student employment positions across campus, and interested students should consult the Human Resources website for all available work-study positions and to complete the hiring process. This program allows students the opportunity to earn a portion of their financial aid while developing critical employability skills through an internship-like experience while also contributing to the campus community.
Learn More About the U.S. Department of Education's FWS ProgramThe amount of the FWS offer represents potential earnings from FWS employment. Actual earnings are based on actual hours worked and rate of pay. Students may work up to 20 hours per week when school is in session and up to 35 hours per week during university breaks.
The Minimum wage is paid.
Benedictine University Human Resource's FAQ
If hired, the process continues with Human Resources in Goodwin Hall, Suite 318 at Lisle or the Front Desk in Gillett Hall at Mesa.
Lisle Campus
5700 College Rd. Lisle, IL 60532
(630) 829-6000
Mesa Campus
225 E. Main St. Mesa, AZ 85201
(602) 888-5500