Basic Eligibility Requirements

To be eligible for federal student aid, you must:

• Be a U.S. citizen or an eligible non-citizen.
• Have a high school diploma or GED.
• Have a valid Social Security number.
• Be enrolled in an eligible JIU program.
• Be at least a half-time student.
• Remain in good academic standing by meeting Satisfactory Academic Progress standards, as outlined in JIU’s Student Handbook.
• Demonstrate financial need (does not apply to unsubsidized loans).
• You must not have borrowed more than the aggregate loan limits under Title IV programs at any institution.
• Certify that you are not in default on a federal student loan or owe money on a federal student grant.
• Certify that you will use federal student aid for educational purposes only.
• Comply with Selective Service registration if you are a male.