1. Financial Aid Office

Scholarships and Grants| at Lake Erie College

Scholarships and grants are considered gift aid—funding that does not require repayment. These awards come from a variety of sources, including federal, state, institutional, and private organizations.

Federal Pell Grant

The Federal Pell Grant program assists undergraduate students who have not yet earned a bachelor’s degree and demonstrate financial need, as determined by federal guidelines based on the results of the FAFSA.

Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (SEOG)

Funded jointly by the federal government and the College, the SEOG provides additional assistance to students with exceptional financial need. Due to limited funding, we strongly encourage early FAFSA filing.

Federal TEACH Grant

The Teacher Education Assistance for College and Higher Education (TEACH) Grant provides up to $4,000 per year for students pursuing a career in teaching. Recipients must agree to teach full-time for at least four years in a high-need field at a qualifying school. If these requirements are not met, the grant converts into a federal unsubsidized loan.

Ohio College Opportunity Grant (OCOG)

Administered by the Ohio Department of Higher Education, this program provides grant funds to Ohio residents with the highest levels of financial need as determined by FAFSA results.

Lake Erie College Merit Scholarships

Lake Erie College recognizes academic excellence through a variety of merit-based scholarships awarded at the time of admission. These scholarships are based on your high school GPA, standardized test scores (if submitted), and overall academic achievement.

  • Presidential: 3.75 GPA & Above - $23,000

  • Tiberius: 3.50 - 3.74 GPA - $21,000

  • Founders: 3.0 - 3.49 GPA - $19,000

  • Deans: 2.75 - 2.99 GPA - $17,000

  • Leadership: 2.74 GPA & Below - $15,000

Specialty Scholarships

In addition to merit awards, Lake Erie College offers several specialty scholarships that recognize unique talents, backgrounds, and areas of study. These scholarships often require additional materials, such as essays, auditions, or letters of recommendation.

Examples include:

  • Twin Scholarship – Half tuition for each twin

  • Legacy Scholarship – $2,000 for children/grandchildren of alumni

  • Equine Talent Scholarships – Based on equine skill and experience

  • Athletic Scholarships – Available for NCAA Division II student-athletes

Students interested in specialty scholarships should contact the Office of Admission or visit LEO > Financial Aid for application details and deadlines.

Outside Scholarships

If you’ve been awarded a scholarship from a club, organization, or high school, let the Financial Aid Office know right away. Donors usually send funds directly to the Financial Aid or Bursar’s Office for posting to your account.

Pro Tip: Start local! Your best chance of earning outside scholarships often comes from community organizations, local businesses, and schools. And remember—never pay for a scholarship application.

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