Eligibility

To receive aid, a student must meet the following eligibility requirements:

  1. Be a United States citizen or eligible non-citizen with a valid social security number;
  2. Be enrolled in an eligible academic program;
  3. A high school graduate or have a recognized General Equivalency Diploma (GED);
  4. Be an undergraduate student who has not previously earned a bachelor's degree (for most types of aid);
  5. Not be in default on any previous student loan nor owe a repayment on an adjusted federal grant;
  6. If male and age 18-25, be registered for Selective Service
  7. Comply with Northampton Community College's Academic Progress Policy requirements.