Other types of aid

Military and veterans assistance

In addition to military and veterans benefits, students may qualify for grants, loans and other types of financial assistance.

American Indian education grants

 The Michigan Indian Tuition Waiver provides assistance for Native Americans who are Michigan residents, and are attending public colleges and universities in the state. 

The BIE's Higher Education Grant Program provides supplemental financial assistance to eligible American Indian and Alaska Native scholars entering college who are seeking an associate or baccalaureate degree from a nationally accredited institution.

Americorps

Full-time AmeriCorps members who complete their service earn a Segal AmeriCorps Education Award. This award pays for college, graduate school, or pays back qualified student loans. Members who serve part-time receive a partial award.

Stipends and fellowships

Stipends and fellowships help cover student expenses and may be included in your overall financial aid package by the Financial Aid Office. Any monetary or non-monetary gifts from WSU departments or representatives to a student must be considered when awarding federal financial aid, including direct payments or reimbursements.

Taxable portions of awards

Stipends are typically not considered employment. However, if a stipend is deemed employment under federal or state law and not based on need, it is classified as income, and the student must report it as such on the following year's tax return and FAFSA (if filed). The Michigan Educator Stipend is considered wages from non-need-based employment and is required to be reported as income on the tax return.

Portions of non-employment stipends, fellowships, and other aid (except student loans) that are used for other expenses such as room and board, travel, or research, may be taxable and should be reported on your tax return. If you’re not sure if your awards are taxable, use the IRS Interactive Tax Assistant.

The Bursar will issue a 1098-T for tuition and related expenses, detailing the total payments made for qualified educational expenses.