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Application/FAFSA
Welcome to the Financial Aid process at Western Illinois University! The application process is an annual activity beginning anytime after January 1 for the following academic year (fall, spring and summer). The WIU priority consideration date is February 1, but applications are accepted throughout the year. The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is required for all federal aid and the Illinois Monetary Award Program (MAP).
Before you begin, some of the following information may be helpful:
- Tips for successfully completing your FAFSA (FAFSA Completion Help)
- Federal FAFSA guide, including frequently asked questions (Completing the FAFSA)
- Avoiding errors (Common Errors on Financial Aid Applications)
- Determining whether parental information is needed (Dependency Status Worksheet)
- Obtaining a parent or student D.E. PIN Number (www.pin.ed.gov)
- Veterans and the FAFSA
- Financial aid definitions and abbreviations (Financial Aid Jargon)
Best wishes!
Western's School Code is 001780
