Financial Aid Eligibility Requirements

To receive and retain student financial aid, including the Federal Direct and PLUS Loans, undergraduate, graduate, and professional students must meet certain eligibility requirements.

• Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) annually. The FAFSA opens October 1 of the prior year.
• Review and complete all Financial Aid verification requirements in your Catalyst To Do List.
• Comply with the University of Cincinnati's eligibility requirements, including Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) standards.
• Remain in good standing on educational loans and grants per studentaid.gov
• Remain enrolled at least half-time per semester for Federal loans:
  • Undergraduate Student: 6 hours
  • Graduate Student: 5 hours
  • Law Student: 6 hours
• Remain enrolled in an eligible degree program at University of Cincinnati.
• Be a citizen or eligible non-citizen with a valid Social Security Number.
• Have a high school diploma or recognized equivalent.
• Complete Loan Entrance Counseling and Master Promissory Note.
  
• Be aware of federal loan maximums, including annual and aggregate limits.

Please note: Adding or dropping classes in a semester can impact your financial aid eligibility and aid amount(s). Be sure to check with your Academic Advisor for academic implications and Enrollment Services for financial and eligibility implications.