In order to be eligible for federal financial aid, you must:
- Have a high school diploma, GED (or equivalency); have completed home schooling at the secondary level; or have passed an “Ability-to-Benefit” test approved by the U.S. Department of Education.
- Be enrolled in an eligible program leading to an associate degree, certificate, or transfer to a University.
- Be a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, or an eligible non-citizen of the U.S. A list of eligible U.S. non-citizens statuses may be obtained from the Financial Aid Office (Documents required: Birth Certificate or U.S. Passport, an American Samoa Government Photo ID - not needed if U.S. Passport is available).
- Have a valid Social Security Number.
- Meet and maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) requirements.
- Have financial need as demonstrated by the Financial Aid Office review of your completed FAFSA.
- Be registered with the Selective Service if required (generally applies to male students, at least 18 years old, born after December 31, 1959).
- Do not owe a refund or a repayment on a federal grant.
- Not be in default on a federal educational loan.
- Not be convicted of possessing or selling illegal drugs while enrolled and receiving federal financial aid.
- Submit all required forms and documents requested by the Financial Aid Office.