A Monumental Shift: Restoring Access to Pell Grants for Incarcerated Students
Topics:
Correctional Education
Second Chance Month
Youth/Young Adults
The FAFSA Simplification Act restores access to Pell Grants for people in prison.
According to this fact sheet from the Vera Institute of Justice, the Act will make it possible for thousands to access higher education, and in turn create opportunities for them to secure well-paying jobs, find stable housing, provide for their families, and reintegrate into their communities when they leave prison.
The fact sheet provides further information on the background, purpose, and significance of the FAFSA Simplification Act.