Who is Eligible?

In order to receive financial aid at The Cooper Union, you must meet the following criteria.

If you:

• are enrolled as a full-time student (minimum 12 credits)
• are a U.S. citizen or permanent resident
• can demonstrate financial need
• have a valid Social Security Number
• have a high school diploma or General Education Development Certificate (GED)
• are registered with the Selective Service, if required
• are making satisfactory academic progress toward completing your course of study according to the standards and practices of the school
• Certify that you are not in default on a Federal Perkins, Federal Family Education Loan or Federal Direct Loan and do not owe a refund on a Federal Pell or Federal SEOG Grant
• Certify that you will use federal student aid for educational purposes only

The law suspends aid eligibility for students convicted of certain illegal drug offenses. If you have a conviction or convictions for illegal drug offenses, call (1-800-433-3243) to determine how, or if, this law applies to you. You can regain eligibility by successfully completing an approved drug rehabilitation program.