How to Apply for a Pell Grant Online. Part of the series: Financial Aid Grant Information. Apply for a Pell grant online by completing the free application for federal student aid, providing information on the previous year's tax forms and W-2s, and learning about the requirements of the grant. Demonstrate financial need, and describe how many college credits will be taken to get a Pell grant with help from a financial aid officer in this free video on financial aid grants.
