Santa Clara University

Once you have received your financial aid, you must continue to progress in your studies in order to maintain those awards. It is referred to as Satisfactory Academic Progress. If you do not make Satisfactory Academic Progress toward a degree, you could lose your federal financial aid.

The measures used to determine Satisfactory Academic Progress are mandated by federal law, and your progress is evaluated annually to make sure you qualify. If you do not meet the standards for Satisfactory Academic Progress, you will be given a year of financial aid probation and advised how to improve your progress in order to maintain your federal aid.

Bear in mind that some financial aid programs carry their own requirements, such as full time enrollment.  Thus, even if you maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress according to federal guidelines, you may not remain eligible for state or campus-based programs as they are determined by a different set of standards. Consult with the Santa Clara University Financial Aid Office award regarding renewal requirements or the Santa Clara University Academic Bulletins.