Aid and Award Process

Find information on applying for aid, estimating costs, understanding your award letter and exploring next steps to complete your financial aid file.

Apply for Financial Aid
Use the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to apply for financial assistance (grants, work-study and loans) to pay for college. You (and your parent, if you are a dependent) will need to create an FSA ID before starting the process. Applications for the following year open October 1.
View Your Aid Online
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.
Resources for Non-U.S. Citizens
Explore options available to non-U.S. citizens which are not dependent upon the FAFSA.

Additional Resources

Main Campus

High School Senior Checklist (PDF)
High school seniors are encouraged to follow this checklist to stay on track when applying for aid at UIW.
Financial Assistance Guide for Undergraduate Transfer Students (PDF)
Undergraduate transfer students are encouraged to follow this guide when applying for aid at UIW.
2020-2021 Main Campus Information Sheet (PDF)
Use this information to learn about applying, eligibility and general costs for 2020-2021 award year.
2020-2021 New Student Award Package Brochure
This brochure helps incoming freshmen understand their awards and financially prepare for their first year.
2020-2021 Main Campus Estimated Cost Worksheet (PDF)
Use this worksheet to estimate your direct costs for 2020-2021.
2020-2021 Financial Assistance Options (PDF)
Includes information about costs, aid options and next steps and reminders for the 2020-2021 award year.
Borrowing Information Form (PDF)
This form discusses key concepts for those considering using student loans as part of their financial aid package.
Federal Direct Loan Benefits (PDF)
Includes information about federal direct loans.
Accepting Student Loans - Undergraduate Students (PDF)
Learn how to accept your federal student loans electronically using your FSA ID.

2020-2021 Financial Assistance Checklist for Graduate/Professional Students (PDF)
Includes information for graduate and professional students regarding steps to complete for the 2020-2021 award year.
Accepting Student Loans - Graduate/Professional Students (PDF)
Learn how to accept your federal student loans electronically using your FSA ID.

School of Professional Studies (SPS)

Financial Assistance Checklist for School of Professional Studies (SPS) Students (PDF)
Includes information for SPS students regarding steps to complete for the 2020-2021 award year.
Financial Assistance Guide for Undergraduate Transfer Students (PDF)
Undergraduate transfer students are encouraged to follow this guide when applying for aid at UIW.
2020-2021 School of Professional Studies (SPS) Award Package Brochure
This brochure helps SPS students understand their awards and financially prepare for the aid year.
Accepting Student Loans - Undergraduate Students (PDF)
Learn how to accept your federal student loans electronically using your FSA ID.
Borrowing Information Form (PDF)
This form discusses key concepts for those considering using student loans as part of their financial aid package.

2020-2021 Financial Assistance Checklist for Graduate/Professional Students (PDF)
Includes information for graduate and professional students regarding steps to complete for the 2020-2021 award year.
Accepting Student Loans - Graduate/Professional Students (PDF)
Learn how to accept your federal student loans electronically using your FSA ID.

Professional Programs

2020-2021 Financial Assistance Checklist for Graduate/Professional Students (PDF)
Includes information for graduate and professional students regarding steps to complete for the 2020-2021 award year.
Accepting Student Loans - Graduate/Professional Students (PDF)
Learn how to accept your federal student loans electronically using your FSA ID.