Financial Aid Eligibility Requirements

In order to be eligible for federal and state financial aid, you must have a high school diploma or GED.
Butler gift aid is available to full time undergraduate students pursuing their first bachelor's degree.
Students with a bachelor's degree are eligible for the Federal Stafford Loan only.
Students must be pursuing a degree or certificate and enrolled at least half time to receive the Federal Stafford Loan.
To receive the maximum consideration of all Butler gift aid each year, returning students must:
- Complete the FAFSA by March 1;
- Submit all requested documents to complete their financial aid file by May 1; and
- Be registered full-time (12 hours or more) by May 15.