Getting Started

Once you've been accepted to UW-Whitewater, the next step is to fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).  Information from the FAFSA is used to determine eligibility for institutional, federal and state financial aid programs including grants, scholarships, student loans and college work-study.

THREE Step Process:

1 Fill out the FAFSA!  The priority filing data for the FAFSA is March 1st of each year; however, if you miss the priority deadline, you may apply throughout the academic year.  The application is available at www.fafsa.gov.  UW-Whitewater's federal school code is 003926.

2 Turn in any required documents!  New students will receive a letter and continuing students will receive an email indicating any documents which must be submitted.  Students may also check the To Do list on WINS.  Some students may be selected for a process called verification.  To inquire about the status of the student's application for aid, contact FAO at (262) 472-1130 or e-mail uwwfao@uww.edu. Please include your name and student ID with your inquiry.

3Review and Accept your Award!  New students will receive a paper award letter and continuing students will receive an email.  Log into WINS to review and accept the aid.

News & Updates

• The 2013-2014 FAFSA is available! You might receive a letter from a company asking for money to help you file the FAFSA.  This company is not affiliated with or endorsed by UW-Whitewater.  If you need help filing the FAFSA, contact our office to schedule an appointment.
• If you have not received your 2013-2014 award letter, check your To Do list in WINS for required documents.
• Summer financial aid applications are available.  First disbursement for summer is May 29.
• If you are receiving a Perkins Loan this summer, please make sure you have signed your master promissory note by June 14.
• First-time Subsidized and Unsubsidized Direct Loan borrowers, remember to complete your Entrance Counseling.
• If you are required to sign a Master Promissory Note, you will receive an email and/or letter with instructions. Students awarded a Perkins Loan should remember this is a separate promissory note from the Direct Loan.
• Parents looking for additional funds to help their student should consider a PLUS Loan.  Applications for 2013-2014 will be available mid-May.

Money Management

Need help managing your money?

Check out CashCourse for tips on:

• Creating a budget
• Dealing with credit card debt
• Protecting your credit
• Planning for your financial future