Financial Aid
Application/FAFSA
Welcome to the Financial Aid process at Western Illinois University! The application process is an annual activity beginning anytime after January 1, 2025 for the following academic year (fall, spring and summer). The WIU priority consideration date is March 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
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Avoiding Common Errors on Financial Aid Applications
- Determining if a Dependent or Independent Student
- Create or Manage a FSA ID
- Veterans Information
- Financial Aid Glossary of Definitions and Abbreviations
Note: Western's School Code for the FAFSA is 001780
Alternative to filing FAFSA
Retaining Illinois Students and Equity (RISE) Act, allows students that are unable to complete the FAFSA for specific reasons to apply for the Illinois Monetary Award Program (MAP) grant. Apply through ISAC.org
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