Grants FAQ

Grants, which fall into the broad category of gift aid, are awards that you do not have to pay back. They are awarded on the basis of need or residency, and are available through federal, state and Otterbein sources.

Otterbein University Grants

  • Otterbein Grants

    Otterbein Grants are awarded to full-time undergraduate students who demonstrate financial need as determined by the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Students who already hold a bachelor’s degree are not eligible.

  • Sibling Grant

    A $1,000 annual Sibling Grant for each sibling is available to dependent undergraduates who are concurrently enrolled full-time at Otterbein University.

  • Federal Pell Grant

    The Federal Pell Grant program provides funds to eligible full-time and part-time students who have completed a free application for federal student aid (FAFSA). Pell Grants listed on the award letter will not be confirmed until verification is completed. these documents are produced as a result of filing the FAFSA.

  • Federal Supplemental Education Opportunity Grant

    This grant is awarded to a limited number of students who demonstrate exceptional financial need. Eligibility is dependent upon available federal funding. Priority is given to students with Federal Pell Grant eligibility.

  • Ohio College Opportunity Grant and other State Grants

    The Ohio College Opportunity Grant Program (OCOG) provides need-based tuition assistance to Ohio residents. Application is made by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).The Ohio College Opportunity Grant Program (OCOG) provides need-based tuition assistance to Ohio residents. Eligible students must have an Student Aid Index (SAI) of 3750 or less with a maximum household income of $96,000.
    Other states such as Pennsylvania, Vermont and Rhode Island offer grants which may be used to help meet direct educational costs at Otterbein. Application is made by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

  • United Methodist Ministerial Grants

    These grants are awarded to dependent children of United Methodist clergy persons who are probationary members, elders in full connection, or Deacons in full connection. Recipients are eligible to receive a grant of up to $7000 annually for four years. Children of retired or deceased clergy persons may also be eligible.

  • Teach Grant

    Federal Teacher Education Assistance for College and Higher Education (TEACH) grant program in grant assistance to students who plan on being a teacher and meet certain specified requirements.