Simplifying FAFSA: A Guide to Financial Aid Eligibility
The requirements
to obtain student financial aid through the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal
Student Aid) for students with U.S. residency or citizenship are as follows:
1. U.S.
Residency or Citizenship
o
You must be a United States citizen or a permanent
resident with a valid green card.
o
Certain nonimmigrant visa holders, such as T visa
holders, refugees, or asylees, may also be eligible.
2. High
School Diploma or Equivalent
o
You must have a high school diploma or have completed
an equivalent program, such as the GED (General Educational Development).
o
Alternatively, you must have completed an educational
program approved by the Department of Education.
3. Enrollment
in an Eligible Educational Program
o
You must be enrolled in or admitted to a higher
education program at an approved institution (college, university, or technical
school).
o
The program must be eligible for federal aid.
4. Social
Security Number (SSN)
o
Provide a valid SSN, except in certain limited cases
(e.g., students from specific U.S. agencies).
5. Satisfactory
Academic Progress (SAP)
o
Maintain adequate academic performance as defined by
the standards of your educational institution.
6. No Outstanding
Federal Debts
o
You must not owe money on federal student loans or
have defaulted on past payments.
ADDITIONAL
REQUIREMENTS
1. Selective
Service Registration (if applicable)
o
Male students between the ages of 18 and 25 must
register with the Selective Service to remain eligible for aid.
2. No
Drug Conviction
o
Convictions for drug-related crimes while receiving
federal student aid can affect eligibility. Rehabilitation may restore
eligibility.
3. Demonstration
of Financial Need
o
Most federal financial aid programs are awarded based
on financial need, determined by the information provided on the FAFSA.
4. Proof
of Identification
o
Provide documentation to verify citizenship or
permanent residence status as required.
5. Annual
FAFSA Submission
o
Submit a completed FAFSA application each academic
year, as eligibility and aid amounts may change.
Note
on Selective Service Registration: In the United
States, military service is voluntary; however, registration with the Selective
Service System (SSS) is mandatory for all men aged 18 to 25. This registration
ensures eligibility for federal student aid and potential enlistment in case of
a national emergency.
At the college or
university, you must present a letter from the SSS certifying that you are
registered. If you arrived in the United States after age 25, as in my case,
you must request an exemption letter from the SSS explaining your exemption due
to arriving after the age limit. To obtain the exemption letter, the SSS
requires a copy of Form I-94W, completed during immigration entry to the United
States. This letter is essential for enrolling in higher education institutions
or receiving federal student aid. For more information, visit the SSS website
at www.sss.gov or
call toll-free at 888-655-1825 (press option 2 for Spanish).
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