- Eligibility
- Pell Grant
- Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG)
- Federal Work Study (FWS) Program
Eligibility
To qualify for federal student aid (grants, loans, and work-study funds), you have to meet certain requirements.
- Demonstrate financial need
- Be a U.S. citizen, U.S. National, or an eligible non-citizen of the U.S. A list of eligible U.S. non-citizens statuses may be obtained from the FAO. (Documents required: birth certificate or U.S. Passport, an American Samoa Government photo ID—not needed if U.S. passport is available)
- Have a valid Social Security number (with the exception of students from the Republic of Marshall Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, or the Republic of Palau)
- Be registered with Selective Service, if you’re a male (you must register between the ages of 18 and 25)
- Be enrolled as a regular student in an eligible degree or certificate program
- Have a high school diploma or a recognized equivalent such as a General Education Development (GED) certificate, completed a high school education in a homeschool setting approved under state law, or enrolling in an eligible career pathway program and meeting one of the “ability-to-benefit” alternatives
- Maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) requirements
- Do not owe a refund or a repayment on a federal grant
- Not be in default on a federal educational loan
- Not be convicted of possessing or selling illegal drugs while enrolled and receiving federal financial aid
- SUBMIT all required forms and documents requested by the Financial Aid Office.
Financial Aid is money provided to college students in a variety of forms to help pay for the cost of a college education. ASCC offers the following aid for all eligible applicants: Pell Grant, Federal Work Study program, and Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG). ASCC does not administer any types of student loans at this time.
Pell Grant
Federal Pell Grants are usually awarded only to undergraduate students. The amount of Pell Grant you can receive depends on your financial need, the cost of attendance at ASCC, your Expected Family Contribution (EFC), the enrollment status on a semester basis, and more. Pell Grant is gift aid money that is not required to be paid back.
Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG)
A FSEOG is a grant for undergraduate students with exceptional financial need. FSEOG is a campus-based aid that is administered directly by the FAO. FSEOG is limited for Pell eligible students with the lowest EFCs, who meet the priority filing deadlines and are enrolled full time. Depending on the availability of funds and a student’s demonstrated need, a FSEOG award for full-time enrollment can be as much as $200.00 per academic year. The FSEOG does not need to be repaid.
Federal Work Study (FWS) Program
Federal Work-Study jobs are available to students who demonstrate financial need and are enrolled at least half-time. FWS provides undergraduate students with part-time jobs on or offcampus while enrolled. Students are paid at least the minimum wage and are paid on a biweekly basis. The FAO will determine the earnings limit for each student.