My question concerns students that have a criminal conviction, do they have limited eligibility for federal student aid?
We would advise all applicant to make sure that they understand their own status and not to assume that they cannot access federal aid
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Is it possible for me to get federal student aid if I'm on probation or parole?
Yes, it is possible
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If my ability to access federal student aid is affected due to a drug conviction, what do I do if I regain eligibility during the award year?
In this instance, you need to notify your financial aid office immediately. This will result in you being able to get any aid that you are eligible for
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Are there any convictions, apart from a drug conviction, that will affect my eligibility to access federal student aid?
You will not be able to receive a Federal Pall Grant if you have been convicted of a sexual offense, or if you are subject to an involuntary civil commitment after completing a period of incarceration for an offense of that nature
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If I am looking to apply for federal student aid but am on probation or parole, will my application be affected?
Yes you will
Is it a case that you are on probation or parole, or are you living in a halfway house?
Yes, I am currently in that situation
You must remember that any conviction that you have either now or in the past may well affect your eligibility for federal student aid
