To be eligible for financial aid, you must:

  • Be a U.S. citizen or hold an Alien Registration Card (permanent resident card).
  • Be in good academic standing once in school, and making satisfactory progress toward a degree.
  • Have a valid Social Security number.
  • Have not previously defaulted on a federal student loan or owe a refund on a federal grant.
  • Use federal student aid only for educational purposes.
  • Be registered with the Selective Service (if required).
  • Be enrolled at least half-time as a student working toward a degree.