Financial Aid
In this video, Heather Miller, Financial Assistance Advisor, describes the services and goals of the UIW Office of Financial Assistance to support students with the financial aspects of a college education.
Financial Aid at a Glance
The Office of Financial Assistance is currently processing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for the 2021-2022 year (Summer 2021, Fall 2021 and Spring 2022). Main campus undergraduate students taking summer courses can request federal funds using the summer financial aid process.
We provide virtual counseling and have resources for students to access aid information online through our Contact Us/Virtual Counseling page, which lists FAQs and includes self-service options to complete tasks remotely.
Advisors are available in office, by email at finaid@uiwtx.edu or telephone at (210) 829-6008 during office hours. Our Virtual Counter is open without an appointment from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Monday - Friday and Zoom counseling is available by request.
- Find the latest information on Emergency Aid at UIW.
- For COVID-19 updates at UIW, visit the Coronavirus/COVID-19 Updates page.
- For up-to-date information on federal student and parent loan changes, visit the Department of Education's Coronavirus page.
- Students can access financial aid information online through BannerWeb to view awards and complete requirements. We encourage students to submit documents using the secure uploader.
- Remote options to complete tasks are listed under the Financial Aid FAQs.
Use the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form to apply for financial aid (grants, work-study, and loans) to pay for college. You (and your parent, if dependent) will need to create an FSA ID before starting the process. Applications for the following year open October 1st.
Explore options available to non-U.S. citizens.
Access your financial assistance information through BannerWeb to view requirements needed to complete your file, verify what you have been awarded, and see when your aid will be disbursed.
The UIW Financial Aid Office looks forward to partnering with you! Below is a series of topics to help you understand the aid process at UIW. We welcome you to watch our Financial Aid 101 videos, explore our website and contact us with any questions.
- Overview of the Financial Aid Process
- How to Apply for Aid
- When to Expect Your Award Letter and How to View Your Aid and Requirements
- Types of Aid Available
- How Your Financial Aid Offer is Determined
- Finding Scholarships
- Understanding Costs
- Comparing Aid Offers and Determining Out-of-Pocket Cost
- Options to Manage Out-of-Pocket Cost
- Student Employment Opportunities
- Federal Student Loans
- Federal Parent PLUS Loan
- Private Education Loans
- Smart Borrowing
- Maintaining Eligibility
- Next Steps and What to Expect Going Forward
View and securely upload forms to the Office of Financial Assistance.
- 2021-2022 Main Campus Information Sheet (PDF)
Use this information to learn about applying, eligibility and general costs for the 2021-2022 award year. - 2021-2022 Main Campus Estimated Cost Worksheet (PDF)
Use this worksheet to estimate your costs for the 2021-2022 award year. Remember, your bill is not necessarily the same as the total cost of attendance on your award letter. Your billed (direct) charges will depend upon where you choose to live, your meal plan, etc.
- Admissions Next Steps for First-time Freshmen
View your next steps with the Office of Admissions. - Admissions Next Steps for Transfer Students
View your next steps with the Office of Admissions.
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Quick Facts
- 99% of UIW first time freshmen received financial assistance
- 47% of UIW first time freshmen were eligible for Pell grant
- $19,786 is the average amount of need-based scholarships and grants awarded to full-time, first-time freshmen