Who is Eligible for Financial Aid
Different types of financial aid have different eligibility criteria, and most UTEP students qualify for either federal, state, institutional, or private grants, scholarships, or loans.
Basic eligibility for federal student aid
- Be a US citizen, legal permanent resident, or an eligible non-citizen.
- Have a valid social security number, with the exception of students from the Republic of the Marshall Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, or the Republic of Palau.
- Have a high school diploma or GED certificate.
- Be admitted to a degree, certificate, or other program leading to a recognized educational credential (see financial aid eligible graduate certificates).
- Maintain satisfactory academic progress (SAP).
- Provide consent and approval to have your federal tax information transferred into your FAFSA from the IRS.
- Enroll in courses that are part of your degree plan.
- Sign the certification statement on the FAFSA stating that you’re not in default on a federal student loan, you do not owe money on a federal student grant, and you’ll only use federal student aid for educational purposes.
- Other program-specific requirements may apply.
Basic eligibility for state and institutional financial aid
- Be a Texas resident (with few exceptions).
- Be registered with Selective Service or exempt.
- Not be more than 30 days delinquent in child support obligations.
- Other program-specific requirements may apply.
