Federal Supplemental Education Opportunity Grant (SEOG)

Federal funds available for low-income U.S. Citizens or permanent residents with extreme financial need, intended to supplement the Federal Pell Grant.

Geographic Scope: United States (federal program)

Eligibility:

• Low-income U.S. Citizens or permanent residents
• Enrolled in eligible curriculum
• Demonstrate extreme financial need
• Eligible for maximum Federal Pell Grant (SAI of -1500 or less)
• Early applicants are prioritized
• Complete the FAFSA

Award Characteristics:

• Intended to supplement Federal Pell Grant
• Limited funding available (early application is important)
• Amount included in excess check on designated check dates
• Award will appear on student's award letter if approved

Disbursement: Funds included in student's excess check on designated check payment dates

Repayment Policy: Students may be required to repay a percentage of funds if they withdraw, drop out, or are dismissed from all classes prior to completing 60% of the semester. The Financial Aid Office will recalculate eligibility.

What They Don't Fund:

• Students with insufficient financial need
• Only one institution can disburse aid per semester (home vs. host institution rules apply)
• Late applicants (early application increases chances)

Contact Information:

• Financial Aid Office
• Sampson Community College
• PO Box 318
• Clinton, NC 28329
• Phone: (910) 592-8081
• Email: finaid@sampsoncc.edu

Application Process

1. Complete the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid)
   • Available at StudentAid.gov
   • This is the primary application
2. Apply Early
   • Early applicants are prioritized for SEOG awards
   • Limited funding is available
3. Maintain Eligibility
   • Enroll in eligible curriculum program
   • Maintain enrollment status
   • Must be eligible for maximum Pell Grant
4. Receive Notification
   • Award will appear on financial aid award letter if approved
   • SCC Financial Aid Office awards funds to eligible applicants
5. Fund Disbursement
   • SEOG funds included in excess check on designated check dates
   • Check disbursement schedule available from Finance Office

Important Notes:

• Award is limited and competitive; early application is strongly encouraged
• Students cannot receive aid from multiple institutions in same semester
• Withdrawal may affect future financial aid eligibility
• Consult with Financial Aid Office before withdrawing from classes