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Who is eligible for federal financial aid?

Most students enrolled in eligible CSI degree or certificate programs can apply for federal financial aid.

In general, you must:

  • Be a U.S. citizen or eligible noncitizen
  • Have a valid Social Security number
  • Be enrolled in an eligible program
  • Maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress
  • Not be in default on a federal student loan or owe an overpayment or repayment to a financial aid program
  • Be academically ready for study at the college level by:
    • Having a high school diploma (this can be from a foreign school if it is equivalent to a U.S. high school diploma);
    • Having the recognized equivalent of a high school diploma, such as a general education development or GED certificate;
    • Having completed homeschooling at the secondary level.

Eligibility rules are established by the U.S. Department of Education. For full details, visit StudentAid.gov

If you are unsure whether you qualify, you should still complete the FAFSA. Many students who think they are not eligible still receive financial aid. If you have questions at any point, an Enrollment Specialist can help guide you through the process.