What state grants are available to Indiana residents at VU?

State grants include the Frank O'Bannon Grant, 21st Century Scholars Grant, Adult Student Grant, Workforce Ready Grant — plus tuition assistance programs available to eligible military service members, Children/Spouse of veterans or public‑safety officers.

What do I need to do to be considered for state grants?

Submit your FAFSA by April 15 each year. Some state scholarships or remissions may also require a separate application.

Do state grants at VU have to be repaid?

No — grants are awarded based on need or other eligibility criteria and do not have to be repaid, though amounts and eligibility may vary each year.

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What are State Grants?

Grants are money given to help students based on need and other eligibility factors. Grants do not have to be repaid. The amounts vary from year to year. To be considered for state grants, you have to submit your FAFSA by April 15th each year. Some state scholarships and tuition remissions require separate application. Get the complete list of grants and scholarships provided by the State of Indiana.

Visit StudentAid.gov to complete the FAFSA

State Grants

The Frank o'Bannon Grant will help with tuition and regularly assessed fees for up to 15 credits each semester is based on need. The amount of money you can receive varies each year depending on the dollars available and the number of students who apply. You must be enrolled full-time to receive an O'Bannon grant.

View Indiana Grants & Scholarships

State Tuition Assistance Programs for Military and Public Safety Officers

Indiana Commission for Higher Education provides the program description, requirements, and application process for each state tuition assistance program available for eligible military service members and their children or spouse who will be enrolled in an undergraduate program at a state educational institution.

Credit Completion Requirements for State Grants

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Student Financial Services

Bursar & Financial Aid Offices
Offices are located in the Welsh Administration Building.

16 Indianapolis Ave, Vincennes, IN 47591 Opens in a new window

Fall and Spring Semester Office Hours:

Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday: 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (Eastern time)
Tuesday: 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (Eastern time)

Summer Office Hours:

Summer Hours will be observed May 19th through August 8th
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday: 8 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (Eastern time)
Tuesday: 9 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (Eastern time)