Federal Student Aid

Who Can Apply 

To be eligible to apply for Federal Student aid, students must meet the following requirements:

  • Be a citizen of the United States or an eligible non-citizen;
  • Have a valid Social Security number;
  • Be enrolled in a degree program
  • Not owe a repayment on a grant or be in default on a student loan;
  • Be making Satisfactory Academic Progress (if a returning DigiPen student).

For more information, please see the Satisfactory Academic Progress section.

Other types of financial aid, such as Veterans Benefits and Private Loans, have additional eligibility criteria.