Eligibility Requirements for Financial Aid
In general, a student is eligible for financial aid if he or she meets the following requirements:
- Is a United States citizen or an eligible non-citizen,
- Has a demonstrated financial need,
- Is making satisfactory academic progress (as defined by the college) in the course of study,
- Is not in default on a Federal Stafford Loan,
- Is enrolled at the college for the purpose of obtaining a degree or certificate,
- Has a high school diploma or G.E.D.; and
- Does not owe a refund on a Federal Pell Grant or other Federal financial aid awards.
NOTE CTC students must select an eligible program of study prior to the first disbursement of financial aid.
Texas Application for Student Financial Aid
If you are a Texas resident but are not eligible for federal student aid because you are not a U.S. citizen or eligible noncitizen, you may submit the TASFA to apply for Texas state financial aid only. Certain categories of foreign-born and immigrant students in the state of Texas can meet state requirements for residency. Such students are able to pay the resident tuition rate while attending public institutions of higher education in Texas.
To be considered, all students must:
- Complete the CTC admissions application process and be admitted to Central Texas College.
- Be classified as a Texas resident as determined by the Admissions Office.
- Demonstrate financial need.
- Is making satisfactory academic progress (as defined by the college) in the course of study.
- Complete the Texas Application for State Financial Aid (TASFA) and submit it to the Financial Aid Office with supporting income verification documents.
- Register with Selective Service or be exempt.