Financial aid is federal, state, local, and private funds that help meet a student's cost of attendance, including tuition, fees, housing and meal plans, books, and supplies. Financial aid can include grants, loans, scholarships, and work study. Need a quick estimate of how much your cost of attendance and aid award might be? Use the net price calculator.
Financial Aid
Step 1: Complete the FAFSA
All eligible students interested in financial aid must complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Wayne State has a priority deadline of April 1.
Step 2: Submit Verification
Verification requires schools to collect documentation to check the accuracy of FAFSA information. About 30% of all FAFSA filers are selected for verification. If you are selected, WSC will notify you via email, and you will need to complete the verification process in order to receive aid.
Step 3: View Your Award
Watch your mail and email for information from Wayne State College on instructions to view your award offer. Check your WildcatsOnline account for your up-to-the-minute financial aid award and disbursement information.
Step 4: Accept Your Award
After you have accepted your award, there are steps you must complete while on campus in order to stay eligible.
Types of Aid
Learn more about the different types you might receive. You could qualify for more than one type of financial aid.