πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ USAGovBenefits.com β€” Free independent resource. Not affiliated with any U.S. government agency.
Homeβ€ΊIllinoisβ€ΊMadison Countyβ€ΊPell Grantβ€ΊFort Russell
EDUCATION β€” IL

πŸŽ“ Pell Grant in Fort Russell, Madison County, Illinois β€” 2026

Eligibility, income limits, local offices and how to apply for Fort Russell residents

Up to $7,395/yrMax Benefit
1-800-433-3243Helpline
ILState
Based on EFC/SAIFPL Threshold
πŸ“Š 2026 Income Limits β€” Fort Russell, Illinois
Household SizeMonthly LimitAnnual Limit
1 person$1,632/mo$19,578/yr
2 people$2,215/mo$26,572/yr
3 people$2,798/mo$33,566/yr
4 people ← typical$3,482/mo$41,782/yr
5 people$4,065/mo$48,778/yr
6 people$4,648/mo$55,774/yr
7 people$5,231/mo$62,770/yr
8 people$5,814/mo$69,766/yr

Source: HHS Federal Poverty Guidelines 2026. Effective January 2026.

πŸ“ How to Apply β€” Fort Russell, Illinois
1
Check Eligibility
Income at or below Based on EFC/SAI. Family of 4 in Fort Russell: $3,482/month in 2026.
2
Apply Online β€” Fastest
Visit studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa β€” available 24/7.
3
Apply by Phone β€” 1-800-433-3243
Call Mon–Fri business hours for Fort Russell residents.
4
Apply In-Person β€” Madison County Office
Visit offices near Fort Russell. Walk-ins accepted.
πŸ“‹ Documents Required β€” Fort Russell
  • FAFSA application
  • Tax returns
  • Social Security number
  • School enrollment
❓ FAQs β€” Pell Grant in Fort Russell
Who qualifies for Pell Grant in Fort Russell, Illinois?
Residents of Fort Russell, Madison County, Illinois with income at or below Based on EFC/SAI. Family of 4: $3,482/month. Call 1-800-433-3243.
How to apply for Pell Grant in Fort Russell?
Apply online at studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa, call 1-800-433-3243, or visit Madison County office.
Is there a Pell Grant office in Fort Russell?
The nearest office is in Madison County. Visit office locator for exact address and hours.
πŸ”” Illinois Alerts 2026
Free alerts when Pell Grant changes in Illinois.