Community resources
Applying for aid
Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) every year to apply for financial aid. This includes grants, loans and work-study programs. Coming to WSU? Use our federal school code on the FAFSA - 002329.
2024-25 FAFSA resources for completing the form
Join us for FAFSA help session - free assistance with filing the FAFSA
Step 1: Have your tax return and income information available when you file the FAFSA
Income and tax information is required on the FAFSA.
| School year | When to file the FAFSA | Which income/tax year |
|---|---|---|
| July 1, 2023 - June 30, 2024 | October 1, 2022 - June 30, 2024 | 2021 |
| July 1, 2024 - June 30, 2025 | December 2023 - June 30, 2025 | 2022 |
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.
- File early to be considered for all available resources
Step 4: Follow up
- Follow-up at the school you will be attending to see if there are other documents to submit
- Complete all the requirements in advance, so your aid is ready for you in the fall
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.
Preparing for school
- FinAid.org - Calculators for costs, savings and aid
- Michigan Student Financial Aid - State of Michigan resources
- Student Loans: Avoiding Deceptive Offers - Federal Trade Commission
Federal Student Aid resources
Attending Wayne State University
- WSU admissions options
- WSU College-Level Examination Program (CLEP)
- WSU transfer credit evaluation
- WSU scholarships
- WSU tuition pledge programs
For high school counselors
Financial aid information for high school counselors and advisors: