To be eligible, a community college student must:

• Be a permanent resident of one of the 78 eligible counties as designated by the Golden LEAF Foundation.
• Show financial need.  All students will be required to disclose other financial aid awards in order for funding to meet the needs of the broad population of students.
• Curriculum students should demonstrate a need based on FAFSA information.
• Occupational Extension students should demonstrate a need under federal TRIO formula.  (Attachment II)  This criterion will be used so occupational education students will not need to file a Free Application for Federal Student Assistance (FAFSA). 
• Degree seeking students must be enrolled half-time for a full award.  Less than half-time students may be considered pending the availability of funds.