How do I apply for aid at Wright State University?

Visit the F.A. Process page.

What is the deadline to apply for federal student aid?

Wright State University's priority deadline for filing a FAFSA is February 15--prior to the start of the next academic year. The priority deadline is the date that students must have submitted their FAFSA via mail or internet in order to be considered for the federal student aid Campus-Based Programs. A student can apply for federal student aid at any time during the year. However, it is best to allow a couple of months for processing.

If I miss WSU's February 15 FAFSA priority deadline date, can I still apply for federal student aid?

Yes, a student can apply for federal student aid at any time during the year. It is best to allow a couple of months for processing. However, students who submit the FAFSA after the February 15 priority deadline date will not be considered for Federal Campus-Based Programs at Wright State University.

Is there an income level cutoff to qualify for financial aid?

Income levels can affect grant eligibility. However, student and parent loans are offered to help finance a student's education regardless of income level.

In order to receive financial aid do I have to apply every year?

Yes. A FAFSA is good for one aid year starting with summer quarter through spring quarter.

What is Wright State's Federal School Code?

003078

What does it cost to attend WSU?

Visit the WSU Costs page.

If my financial aid exceeds my cost of school what happens to the additional money?

If the additional money is from a Federal Stafford and/or PLUS Loan it will be reimbursed to the student or parent within 72 hours (after the scheduled disbursement date) by the Office of the Bursar. The Office of the Bursar will either mail a check or direct deposit the funds--if direct deposit has been established. If the additional money is from scholarships, grants, or campus-based loans, the money cannot be refunded until two weeks into the quarter. At that time the money will be either sent to the student by check or direct deposit.

How do I apply for a Stafford Loan?

Visit the Federal Stafford Loans page and click "How to Apply!"

How long after I complete my Stafford Loan promissory note before I can receive the money?

When Great Lakes receives the promissory note, the money is disbursed to Wright State within 72 hours. The bursar then uses the money received for any balance due. The remainder of money will be sent in a reimbursement check or direct deposited within 72 hours. 

What is Work-Study?

Visit the Federal Work-Study Program page.

Do I need to submit tax returns?

If your FAFSA is selected for the federal review process called verification, you will need to submit signed copies of your--and possibly your parents--federal tax returns. If you are selected for verification, you will be assigned verification requirements on your Financial Aid and Scholarship Requirements link on WINGS Express. You will be required to complete and submit a verification worksheet along with signed copies of the appropriate tax documents to the Office of Financial Aid.

What does it take to be considered an independent student?

Dependency Requirements

What should I do if my family's financial circumstances change after I apply for financial aid?

Change of Income Directions

Should I use a Scholarship Search Service?

We recommend using a free scholarship search service. Click Free Scholarship Searches to get a list of recommended sites.

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