Pell Grant Statistics (2026 stats)

Last updated: June 29, 2026 Source: College Scorecard

TL;DR

Median Pell receipt rate: 40.1%

Key Facts

  • Median Pell receipt rate: 40.1%

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Pell Grant Rates by Institution Type

Pell Grant Distribution

Pell grant usage varies by institution type, with Private For-profit institutions having the highest rate at 56.6%.

Percentage of students receiving Pell grants broken down by institution type. Source: College Scorecard (2024 data).

FAQ

What does the Pell Grant Statistics (2026 stats) dataset measure?

It summarizes the metrics shown on this page (charts and tables) using the sources listed in the Data Sources section, with national aggregates and breakdowns where available.

What is the primary data source?

College Scorecard (U.S. Department of Education). Some pages also incorporate Census ACS context where noted.

How often is this page updated?

Pages update when the underlying processed datasets are refreshed and the HTML is regenerated; the Last updated date reflects the most recent build.

Data Sources
  • College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
    • Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and enrollment data
    • Data year: 2024
    • Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
  • Census ACS - U.S. Census Bureau
    • Demographic and workforce data
    • Data year: 2023
    • Source: census.gov