Grants at Concordia
Institutional, federal and state need-based grants are available to all incoming students based on demonstrated financial need and vary in amount. In order to be eligible for need-based aid, you must show demonstrated financial need by filing FAFSA annually. Awarded federal, state and institutional aid are considered when determining need-based grant levels.
Teach Grant
The Teacher Education Assistance for College and Higher Education (TEACH) Grant Program provides grants up to $4,000 per year to students who agree to serve as full-time teachers in a high-need field for four years in a public or private elementary school, secondary school or educational service agency that serves students from low-income families.
Who is Eligible for TEACH Grant?
- Students must meet the basic eligibility criteria for the federal student aid programs
- Students must maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 3.25
- Students must be enrolled in a TEACH-Grant-eligible program
- Students must teach in a school serving low-income students.
- For more information, visit studentaid.gov
What steps are required before receiving a TEACH grant?
The steps below need to be completed each year that you receive a TEACH Grant.
- Complete the FAFSA
- Complete the TEACH Grant Program Interest Form
- Visit studentaid.gov to complete the following:
- TEACH Grant Initial and Subsequent Counseling (TEACH Grant counseling)
- Agreement to Serve or Repay (ATS)
IMPORTANT: If you do not complete your service obligation, all TEACH Grant funds you receive will be converted to a Direct Unsubsidized Loan. You must then repay this loan to the U.S. Department of Education, with interest charged from the date the TEACH Grant was disbursed (paid to you or on your behalf).
Federal Grants
Federal grants are available to all incoming students based on demonstrated financial need and vary in amount. To be eligible for need-based aid, you must show demonstrated financial need by filing your FAFSA annually.
State Grant
The Nebraska Opportunity Grant (NOG) are available to students who are Nebraska residents and have demonstrated financial need by filling your FAFSA annually. Concordia will award to students according to their financial need. Once you complete the FAFSA, there are no other applications you need to complete.
Pell Grants
Federal Pell Grants are federal awards based on financial need. Students are required to complete a FAFSA to determine eligibility. The amount can vary and students need to reapply every year.
Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG)
This is another federal award based on financial need and students are required to complete a FAFSA to determine eligibility. Students must qualify for a Federal Pell Grant to be eligible. Concordia will award to students according to their financial need. Once you complete a FAFSA, there are no other applications you need to complete.
Financial Services for Students
Our team of financial counselors are committed to helping you find ways of navigating your college financial needs.
Veteran and Military Student Benefits
Concordia is honored to support students who are military veteran and those who currently serve. Through the G.I. Bill and additional grants, your tuition at Concordia will be fully covered. Our team will work closely with you make sure the required paperwork is taken care of and we’ll be flexible with you if you are called to active duty while you’re enrolled.