The University of Mobile’s Pell Promise Scholarship aims to help freshmen with financial need pursue a Christ-centered university education at UM, one of the Top 100 Best Christian Colleges in America.

The Pell Promise Scholarship ensures an eligible student’s tuition costs are fully covered at the University of Mobile.

University of Mobile President Charles Smith said the new Pell Promise Scholarship allows even more students to access the kind of Christian higher education UM offers that equips graduates to impact the world For Christ & His Kingdom.

Scholarship Eligibility

The Pell Promise Scholarship is available to new Fall 2026 freshmen who meet the following criteria:

  • Have an unweighted high school GPA of 3.00 or higher
  • Submit a valid 2026–2027 FAFSA showing eligibility for a federal Pell Grant
  • Meet other University of Mobile admissions requirements

Students receiving athletic or arts scholarships are not eligible for the Pell Promise Scholarship.

Pell Promise Availability

UM’s new Pell Promise Scholarship is available beginning Fall 2026 for new freshmen who are eligible for federal Pell Grants.

The Pell Promise Scholarship will fill the gap between a student’s Pell Grant, merit awards, Alabama state grant (if applicable), and any additional University of Mobile scholarships.

About the University of Mobile

The University of Mobile is a Christ-centered university pursuing excellence “For Christ & His Kingdom.” With a vision to “Multiply Kingdom Leaders for the Glory of God and the Good of the World,” the university honors God by equipping students for their future professions in an environment where they are known.

The university was founded in 1961 and is affiliated with the Alabama Baptist State Convention. Located 10 miles north of Mobile, Alabama, on a campus of over 880 acres, UM offers associate, bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degrees in over 75 academic programs. Learn more at umobile.edu/um-info and connect with UM on social media @univofmobile, or call Enrollment Services at 1.800.WIN.RAMS or 251.442.2222.

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