Federal Aid Eligibility

To be eligible for any of the Federal Student Aid Programs, you must meet all of the following criteria:

  • be a U.S. citizen or ;
  • have a valid Social Security Number (your name must be the same as on your Social Security card);
  • have earned a high school diploma or G.E.D.;
  • be registered with Selective Service if you are a male (if you are between the ages of 18 & 25, go to for more information.
  • be offered admission to a °µÍø¸£Àûapp degree program;
  • not be in default on a previous Federal educational loan program or owe a refund on a Federal grant;
  • ;
  • continue to be in good academic standing (not suspended or dismissed);
  • continue to make Satisfactory Academic Progress toward a degree.

All students who meet the above criteria are eligible for some type of financial assistance and are encouraged to apply using the .