Applying for aid
File the FAFSA
The school code for WSU is: 002329
Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) every year to apply for financial aid. This includes grants, loans and work-study programs.
2021-22 FAFSA Apply for fall 2021, winter 2022 and spring/summer 2022 semesters.
Available October 1, 2020 - June 30, 2022, use your 2019 income/tax information
2022-23 FAFSA Apply for fall 2022, winter 2023 and spring/summer 2023 semesters.
Available October 1, 2021 - June 30, 2023, use your 2020 income/tax information
2023-24 FAFSA Apply for fall 2023, winter 2024 and spring/summer 2024 semesters.
Available October 1, 2022 - June 30, 2024, use your 2021 income/tax information
Step 1: Have your tax return and income information available when you file the FAFSA.
When you are attending (school year) | When you can submit a FAFSA | Which year's income and tax information is required |
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July 1, 2021 – June 30, 2022 | October 1, 2020 – June 30, 2022 | 2019 |
July 1, 2022 - June 30, 2023 | October 1, 2021 - June 30, 2023 | 2020 |
July 1, 2023 - June 20, 2024 | October 1, 2022 - June 30, 2024 | 2021 |
Step 2: Create an FSA ID
- To file and electronically sign your FAFSA, you will be asked to create an FSA ID.
Step 3: File your FAFSA
- The FAFSA is available at StudentAid.gov/fafsa.
- State of Michigan 2022-23 FAFSA deadline: May 1, 2022
- New first-year undergraduates are encouraged to apply by December 1, 2021
- WSU 2022-23 FAFSA priority deadline: March 1, 2022
- New first-year undergraduates may qualify for WSU Tuition Pledge Progams if they file the FAFSA and are admitted by March 1, 2022
Step 4: Follow up
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We will use the data on the FAFSA to determine your eligibility for financial aid.
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Check Academica for any additional required documents. Complete your requirements early so your aid is ready for you when you need it.
- Check your requirements
Avoid delays
Submit your FAFSA and all documents early for maximum aid eligibility.
- The 2021-22 FAFSA is available October 1, 2020 through June 30, 2022.
- The 2022-23 FAFSA is available October 1, 2021 through June 30, 2023
FAFSA help
Help with the FAFSA is available by phone at 800-4-FED-AID [800-433-3243]. Online support is also available via chat or email from the
Federal Student Aid Information Center.
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