FAFSA Eligibility Question?

Question by Alexa Galloway: FAFSA eligibility question?
According to good ‘ol wiki, “Student Aid and Fiscal Responsibility Act (SAFRA) changes the criteria for suspension of eligibility for drug-related offenses. Previously, students could lose eligibility for either the possession or sale of a controlled substance during the period of enrollment. SAFRA drops the penalties for possession of a controlled substance but retains the penalties for sale of a controlled substance. SAFRA increases the suspension to two years for a first offense and indefinite for a second offense.”

Is this valid? Or will a possession of marijuana charge during my freshman year in college prevent me from obtaining financial aid my sophomore year?

Best answer:

Answer by Supercell
If you have been convicted for the possession or sale of illegal drugs for an offense that occurred while you were receiving federal student aid (such as grants, loans, or work-study), you must complete the Student Aid Eligibility Worksheet to determine if you are Eligible for aid or Partially Eligible for aid.

 

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