Rhode Island College Need-Based Grants and Scholarships

Preparatory Enrollment Program (PEP) Grants

These grants are restricted to students accepted for admission into the Preparatory Enrollment Program. Awards typically range from $200 to $13,500 per year based on financial need as determined by the Office of Student Financial Aid. All applicants are required to file the FAFSA. In addition, new freshmen are required to file the Rhode Island College Financial Aid Application in order to be considered for this program.

Rhode Island College Grants

Rhode Island College grants ranging from $100 to $12,500 are awarded by the Office of Student Financial Aid to students with demonstrated financial need. All applicants are required to file the FAFSA. In addition, new freshmen and transfer applicants are required to file the Rhode Island College Financial Aid Application in order to be considered for this program. Award decisions depend on level of need, year in school, academic record, and date of application.

Rhode Island College Transfer Scholar Awards

These awards range from $2,500 to $5,000 and are based on academic achievement as well as financial need. To be considered, an entering transfer student must have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.25 as determined by the college Office of Undergraduate Admissions at the time of acceptance. Eligibility is determined by the Office of Student Financial Aid, using information from both the FAFSA and the Rhode Island College Financial Aid Application. Awards may be renewed for up to three years of study based on need and maintenance of a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0.