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Eligibility for Aid

Ineligibility | Course Selection & Financial Aid | Waivers & Emergencies

Waiver for Reinstatement of Financial Aid Eligibility

Students who fail to make satisfactory academic progress may apply for a waiver of satisfactory academic progress standards for the next academic year. Waivers are available online or in the Financial Aid Office. Appeals will be considered for extenuating circumstances such as illness during the semester, serious illness or death of an immediate family member, personal matter which involved professional counseling, and other special circumstances. The student must document the circumstance and, if necessary, that the situation is not likely to occur again. Federal waivers apply only to the academic year for which it is granted. After that, the student is expected to be at the standards required for both the quantitative and qualitative satisfactory academic progress. State waivers apply only for the next semester. After that, the student is expected to meet the state standards of eligibility for Good Academic Standing. Students are limited to one state waiver during their undergraduate career.

Students are expected to complete a program in fewer than 150 percent of the degree requirements. For example, students who are matriculated in a degree program requiring 60 credits for graduation should attempt no more than 90 credit hours. When a student exceeds the maximum number of credits, the file may be reviewed for continued federal financial aid eligibility at the student’s request. This review must include a plan of action for completing the program and the review will take into account program changes, previous degrees, non-applicable transfer credit, and developmental course work.

A small loan fund has been established and is maintained by the Financial Aid Office to assist students who encounter financial situations that are beyond their immediate control. To be eligible, a student must be currently enrolled, in good academic standing, and in good financial standing. These loans are short term, non-interest bearing, and use Financial Aid Awards as collateral. The maximum loan amount is $250 (often less is awarded) and may be prorated based upon enrollment status. Unless excess funds exist, students are limited to a maximum of one emergency loan per year with final determination for loan eligibility made by the Director of Financial Aid.

Significant changes in income for uncontrollable reasons (lost job, illness, etc.) may allow the financial aid office to make adjustments to a student's prior year income. Please contact the financial aid office for a "Special Conditions Application". Documentation is required.