There is a question on the FAFSA about being convicted for the possession or sale of illegal drugs while I was receiving federal student aid. How should I answer it?
As with all questions on the FAFSA, answer truthfully. A student convicted of any offense, during a period of enrollment for which he or she is receiving Title IV student aid, under any federal or state law involving the possession or sale of illegal drugs, will lose eligibility for Title IV, HEA grant, or loan assistance per HEA 484(r)(1); 20 U.S.C. 1091(r)(1). If a student loses aid eligibility due to such a conviction, the student will be notified in writing the effective date of the loss and how the student can regain eligibility. If this pertains to you, complete and submit the FAFSA and the Department of Education will mail a worksheet to you to help you determine if your conviction affects your aid eligibility. If you have any questions about this topic, please call 800/433-3243 for assistance.
