Who May Apply

Students applying for federal financial aid must meet the following criteria:

Demonstrate financial need (as determined by the federal financial aid analysis process), except for some loan programs;
Have a high school diploma, or a recognized equivalent such as a General Education Development (GED) certificate, or a high school education in a homeschool setting approved under State law;
Be a United States citizen or an eligible non-citizen;
Be enrolled as a regular student working toward a degree or certificate in an eligible program;
Have a valid Social Security number;
Maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress;
Not be in default or owe a repayment on a Student Financial Assistance grant or loan; and
Not have been convicted under Federal or State law of possession or sale of illegal drugs while receiving federal aid.