Basic Requirements
While each aid program has special requirements, the following are basic. In order to be eligible to receive financial aid, you must:
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Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to be considered for Grants, Loans, Work Study, and some Scholarships. Students who think they may need financial assistance are strongly encouraged to complete the FAFSA by March 1 for priority consideration.
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Have financial need (except for some loan programs and many scholarship programs) as usually demonstrated from filing a FAFSA.
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Be enrolled as a student working toward a degree or certificate (however, you may apply for aid, even if you are not yet accepted or enrolled).
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Be a U.S. citizen or eligible non-U.S. citizen (federal regulations and University policy severely limit the types of financial assistance available to non-U.S. citizens (more information forthcoming).
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Have a valid Social Security Number;
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Be registered with Selective Service, if required (only males are required to register when turning 18.)
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Be making satisfactory academic progress (continuing students only)
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Use federal student aid only for educational purposes; and
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Not owe a refund on a federal grant or be in default on any federal educational loan.
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Not be receiving financial aid from another institution concurrently.
Students Who Have Already Received One or More Bachelor's Degree(s)
Students who have already received a bachelor's degree may only be eligible for loans while pursuing additional majors or degree(s). This includes students in double major or dual degree programs who have already met the requirements for one of their majors or degrees and are continuing their education toward the additional major or degree. Please also see the satisfactory academic progress policy.
Financial Aid Office
Gannon Bldg, Room 203
Phone: (517) 483-1200
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Office Hours
Monday - Thursday: 9am – 6pm
Friday: 9am – 4pm
School Code: 002278