2007-02-27 22:54:08 · 4 answers · asked by E g 1 in Education & Reference ➔ Financial Aid
Some states are different. As for federal aid, look on the website for information. Call the school and ask. They don't have to know who you are.
2007-02-27 23:02:33 · answer #1 · answered by Tellin' U Da Truth! 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No. The only time a felony would affect your eligibility to receive federal student aid would be if you were convicted of possession or sale of drugs WHILE receiving federal student aid (FSA, i.e. financial aid from the federal government).
Even if you WERE convicted for drug possession/sale while on FSA, you will regain eligibility within 1-3 years of the conviction (depending on whether it was your 1st, 2nd, or 3rd offense). The first link below includes a chart that you can use to determine your eligibility.
Many Financial Aid Administrators are trying to repeal this provision on the grounds that students seeking to better themselves by obtaining an education should not be punished for past transgressions. Others argue that, if there IS to be a rule preventing those with criminal records from obtaining financial aid, it should pertain to all felonies and not simply to drug convictions. You can reasonably expect there to be some discussion about this in the near future.
2007-02-28 09:36:04 · answer #2 · answered by FinAidGrrl 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Only if your felony is drug related. If you were convicted of a drug offense, you are not eligible for Federal Aid. States vary; and schools often follow the Federal guidelines.
2007-02-28 08:19:46 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
For Federal monies, only a drug related offense will stop you from getting any types of government funds
2007-02-28 12:52:11 · answer #4 · answered by hischynadoll 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋