U.S. Department of Education
Federal Pell Grant
Deadline
June 30, 2027
260 days left as of October 13, 2026
Award
Up to $7,395 for 2026-27
The 2026-27 FAFSA must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. CT on June 30, 2027. Texas priority date is January 15, 2027.
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Who it's for
Undergraduates with exceptional financial need who have not earned a bachelor's degree. Children of service members who died on active duty may get the maximum.
Things to double-check:
- Exceptional financial need
What you need to apply
- FAFSA
- Your (and your parents') tax info
- FSA ID
Your next 3 steps
- Create an FSA ID at studentaid.gov.
- Submit the FAFSA (Texas priority: January 15).
- Review your FAFSA Submission Summary and school offer.
The maximum Federal Pell Grant award is $7,395 for the 2026–27 award year (July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027).