Pell Grants Rise Amid Sweeping Federal Cuts to Research, Social Services, and Space Program

While Pell grant funding would increase by $10.5 billion to $33 billion, with the maximum award set at $7,395 for 2027-28, no funding is proposed for federal TRIO programs such as GEAR UP and Graduate Assistance in Areas of National Need.

Pell Grants Rise Amid Sweeping Federal Cuts to Research, Social Services, and Space Program
While Pell grant funding would increase by $10.5 billion to $33 billion, with the maximum award set at $7,395 for 2027-28, no funding is proposed for federal TRIO programs such as GEAR UP and Graduate Assistance in Areas of National Need.