Most students are eligible for some type of financial aid regardless of family financial circumstances. Basically, to be eligible for aid, students must:

• Submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or a Renewal FAFSA designating ECSU (school code 002926) to receive FAFSA results.
• Be a United States citizen or an eligible noncitizen.
• Be admitted to or enrolled in an eligible degree or certificate program.
• Be making Satisfactory Academic Progress as defined by the ECSU Financial Aid Office.
• Not owe a refund on a federal student grant or be in default on a federal student loan.
• Be enrolled at least half time, six or more undergraduate credit hours or five or more graduate credit hours (exceptions possible for Pell Grants)

Detailed information can be found in the federal Student Guide, available in print form from the ECSU Financial Aid Office.