Eligibility

Eligibility

Your financial need determines your eligibility for financial aid. Generally, to qualify for federal, state, and/or institutional assistance, you must:

  • Have a high school diploma or General Education Development (GED) certificate
  • Have a valid Social Security Number
  • Demonstrate financial need based on the results of the FAFSA
  • Be enrolled in and attending classes. Most financial aid programs require at least half-time enrollment (6+ credits per term, including summer). For the purpose of awarding and disbursing federal and state aid, the following credit hours determine a student’s enrollment status.
    • Full-time = 12 or more credit hours
    • Three-quarter-time = 9 to 11 credit hours
    • Half-time = 6 to 8 credits
    • Less-than-half-time = 1 – 5 credit hours
  • Be a degree-seeking student in an A.A., A.S., A.A.S. or eligible certificate program
  • Document any Unusual Enrollment History
  • Not be in default on any state or federal grant or loan received at any institution
  • Be a citizen or permanent resident of the United States or trust territories
  • Certify that you will use federal student aid only for educational purposes

Federal aid is available for up to 30 remedial or developmental credits. Once a student attempts 30 remedial or developmental credits, federal aid will be awarded for college-level credits only.