What type of grants can students become eligible for by submitting the FAFSA?

Students can become eligible for Pell Grants and Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants by submitting the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). These grants are specifically designed to help financially needy students afford the cost of post-secondary education.

Pell Grants, in particular, are awarded based on financial need, and the amount awarded can vary depending on the student's financial situation and the cost of attendance at their chosen school. They do not require repayment, making them a significant form of financial aid for many undergraduate students.

Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants are also need-based awards that provide additional funding to students who demonstrate exceptional financial need, further assisting those who may need extra support beyond what the Pell Grant offers.

The other options are not relevant to grants available from submitting the FAFSA. Emergency funds are typically short-term aid for urgent financial issues, retirement funds pertain to savings for future retirement, and expense reimbursements refer to repayment for costs incurred, none of which are connected to educational grants funded by the FAFSA.