To be eligible for financial aid: Students must be enrolled as a regular matriculated student in at least 2 credits (Less than half time) and at least 6 credits (half time) to be eligible for loans.
Additional information regarding financial aid may be obtained from the Maine College of Health Professions Financial Aid Office. (207) 795-2270.
Independent Student Status
To qualify for independent status, students must be financially independent of their parents and meet the Department of Education's criteria of independence. A student is considered to be automatically independent if he or she:
- Is 24 years old by December 31st of the award year.
- Is a veteran of the United States Armed Forces.
- Is an orphan or ward of the court.
- Has legal dependents other than a spouse.
- Is married.