Alaska Performance Scholarship and Alaska Education Grant
Merit-based Performance Scholarships and need-based Education Grants for Alaska students at in-state colleges and training programs.
Apply on the official site ↗Goes to ACPE.alaska.gov. Applying is free.
Who generally qualifies
Alaska residents going to an eligible Alaska school.
Exact income limits and rules are set by Alaska Commission on Postsecondary Education and can change. Check the official site for current details.
How to apply
- Fill out the FAFSA by the state deadline.
- Enroll at an eligible school.
What to have ready
- FAFSA
Common questions
- Does it cost anything to apply?
- No. Applying through the official site is free. Be wary of anyone who charges a fee to apply for you.
- Do I have to pay it back?
- No. This is free money that does not need to be paid back, as long as the information you give is accurate.
- Who decides if I qualify?
- Alaska Commission on Postsecondary Education makes the final decision. This page explains the program in general terms only.
- Where can I find current income limits and amounts?
- Income limits, benefit amounts and deadlines change, so check ACPE.alaska.gov for the latest details.
Added October 21, 2026. BenefitSearch is not affiliated with Alaska Commission on Postsecondary Education.