Types of Aid Programs Available
A variety of federal, state and institutional need-based financial aid programs are available for undergraduate students. While some programs and funding amounts vary by institution, the following are types of need-based aid programs available. For additional information and details regarding each aid program, please refer to "The Student Guide" as provided by the U.S. Department of Education. Please note that in addition to need based-aid, students may pursue merit-based aid/scholarships and alternative funding resources made available by the state, institutions and private donors and organizations.
Need-based aid programs include*:
- Federal Pell Grants
- Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants
- Federal Stafford Loans
- Federal Perkins Loans
- Federal Work-Study
- Scholarships
* Note: additional need-based aid programs may be available to University Maryland Baltimore students in certain health majors.