General Eligibility Requirements

A student must meet the following general requirements to be eligible for federal, state, and institutional financial aid programs:

• Be a U.S. citizen, U.S. national or permanent resident or eligible non-resident.
• Be enrolled as a regular student pursuing an associate degree or a certificate in an eligible program.
• Have a high school diploma or a General Education Development (GED) Certificate or proof of completing a state approved home school program.
• Not be in default on a federal student loan or owe a repayment on a federal grant.
• Be registered with the Selective Service, if required.
• Meet and maintain the college and Financial Aid Standards of Academic Progress requirements.
• Have financial need as determined by the federal financial aid application (FAFSA).