To receive financial aid from federal and state programs students must meet the following requirements:

1. Be a U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen. Students with F1, F2, J1, or J2 visas are not eligible.
2. Be registered with , required for students to receive Wisconsin State Aid.
3. Be working toward a degree or certificate.
4. Be enrolled at least half-time. Audit, repeat, and other non-credit classes do not apply.
5. Be making Satisfactory Academic Progress. Marquette's Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy.
6. Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at .
7. Demonstrate financial need, if applying for need-based aid.
8. Not be in default on any loan or owe a refund on any grant made under Title IV of the Higher Education Act of 1965, as amended, at any institution.