Service-for-aid program · AmeriCorps

Segal AmeriCorps Education Award

People who finish a term of AmeriCorps service earn an education award they can use for college, trade school or to repay qualified student loans. It is paid to the school or lender and must be used within seven years.

AwardUp to $7,395Full-time award equals the max Pell Grant in the year service was approved ($7,395 for recent terms); part-time terms earn less; max two full-time awards.

DeadlineRollingApply to AmeriCorps programs year-round.

RenewableNoOne-time award

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Who can apply

For any grade
Must complete an AmeriCorps service term (full-time = 1,700 hours).
Age: 17 and older for most AmeriCorps programs (preferred, not required)

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Source: Federal program · checked September 30, 2026. Sponsors change dates and amounts; confirm with the sponsor before you apply.

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