I'm from outside the U.S., can I still apply for student aid?
Of course. Don't assume you can't get aid just because you're not a citizen.
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When am I NOT an eligible noncitizen and can not receive federal student aid?
Do you have only a Notice of Approval to Apply for Permanent Residence I-171 or I-464?
No, I don't.
Are you in the U.S. on an F-1 or F-2 nonimmigrant student visa, or on a J-1 or J-2 nonimmigrant Exchange Visitor Visa?
Yes, that'd be the case.
Then I'm afraid you're not an eligible noncitizen and can not receive federal student aid.
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Wait. If I'm not an eligible noncitizen, can I get any type of financial aid to study in the U.S.? Anything?
Ask the college or career school you plan to attend whether they offer any aid for students like you.
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In which case would that be possible?
For example, when you hold a T nonimmigrant status "T-visa" for victims of human trafficking or your parent holds a T-1 nonimmigrant status. Your college or career school's financial aid office will ask to see your visa and/or certification letter from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
