Basic Eligibility

The Department of Education has outlined basic eligibility requirements to receive federal financial aid. 

Eligible Students Must: 

• Be a US citizen or eligible noncitizen. Read more »
  • Students who are not US citizens or eligible non-citizens may be eligible for New Jersey state financial aid. Read more »
• Have a valid Social Security number 
• Be registered with the Selective Service (males only, must have registered between 18-25).  Read more »
• Be accepted and enrolled in a degree-seeking program (not enrolled as a visiting or non-matriculated student).
• Be enrolled at least half-time (for the Direct Loan program). Read more »
• Maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress. Read more »
• Have a high school diploma, or recognized equivalent
• Not be in default on a Title IV loan. Read more »

Details and more information on the basic eligibility criteria is available online.