GAME-CHANGING PERKS
EASTERN KENTUCKY UNIVERSITY
Eastern Kentucky University has picked your county to take part in a game-changing program, called PELL Plus. It’s all about giving students the financial support they need to attend EKU. Here’s the best part: If you qualify and you’re not from Kentucky, you can attend EKU and pay the in-state tuition rate. Plus, you can also get in on EKU’s merit scholarships.
HOW TO QUALIFY
• GRADUATE from a high school within a PELL Plus eligible county.
• BE ELIGIBLE for federal Pell grant assistance as determined by the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Federal Pell Grants help students with exceptional financial need earn a degree. It typically does not have to be repaid.
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU
In addition to your Federal Pell Grant, EKU’s PELL Plus program helps make your college dream even more affordable.
IN-STATE TUITION RATE
MERIT SCHOLARSHIPS
Even if you’re coming from out of state, you’ll still qualify for our in-state merit scholarships. They’re handed out based on your high school performance, so it’s automatic—no extra steps needed.
MORE SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
As a PELL Plus student, you can apply for other EKU scholarships, like foundation scholarships, to further reduce your costs. Keep in mind, the total awards can’t exceed your expenses, and the Colonel Commitment Scholarship doesn’t apply to PELL Plus students.
JOIN THE
PELL PLUS PROGRAM
Take the next step to becoming an EKU Colonel. Here’s how:
1. Apply for admissions to EKU at apply.eku.edu. The application is free!
2. Fill out the FAFSA to determine your eligibility.
3. You’ll be designated as PELL Plus if you meet the requirements, and EKU’s Admissions Office will notify you.
4. To keep your PELL Plus benefits and scholarships, just stay enrolled full-time at EKU and aim to finish your degree in 4 years (or 8 semesters). Easy!
here to help! Call us at 1-800-465-9191 or visit go.eku.edu/admissions