Most of the financial aid programs we offer do have some common eligibility rules. To qualify for aid you must meet all of the following conditions:

  • be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or other eligible noncitizen. Some aid programs are available for international students.
  • be admitted to the University in an approved degree or certificate program (review your options for aid if you are a non-matriculated student).
  • not have loans in excess of the aggregate limits of the aid programs.
  • be making satisfactory academic progress towards a degree.
  • provide financial information (including parents’ information, where required).

In general, students whose FAFSA is received after January 15*, part-time and post-baccalaureate (5th year) students are considered for only limited types of aid. However, if you are in a degree or approved certificate program, you may still be eligible to apply for Federal Pell grants and Washington College Grants (for undergraduates pursuing first bachelor’s degree) and the Federal Direct Loan programs.

Less than full-time students or others with exceptional circumstances, may contact our office for possible consideration for other forms of aid.

*The FAFSA/WASFA priority filing date has been extended to February 28, 2024 due to changes to the FAFSA application for 2024-25. For more details, please see this announcement.