Financial Aid
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Financial Aid: Direct Loan Program FAQs
Topics: Is there any expense to me when I borrow under the Direct Loan Program? What if I have concerns about the terms of my loan that cannot be resolved by talking to my lender? Who is my loan servicer? How can I find out how much I ...
https://www.uwec.edu/kb/article/financial-aid-direct-loan-program-faqs/
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Financial Aid: Eligibility Requirements
In order to receive financial aid funds, you must: Be a citizen or an eligible noncitizen of the U.S. Be in compliance with Selective Service registration. Be admitted to a degree program at UW-Eau Claire. Have a high school diploma o...
https://www.uwec.edu/kb/article/financial-aid-eligibility-requirements/
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Financial Aid: FAFSA
Topics: FAFSA Checklist FAQs What does FAFSA stand for? What is a FAFSA application? When and how often do I need to complete a FAFSA? When is a student considered independent for the purposes of applying for financial aid? Wh...
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Financial Aid: Federal Direct Ford Loan
As part of the Federal Direct Loan Program, Subsidized and Unsubsidized loans are made directly to you through the U.S. Department of Education. These loans are given to degree-seeking students attending school at least half time. The main differe...
https://www.uwec.edu/kb/article/financial-aid-federal-direct-ford-loan/
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Financial Aid: Federal Perkins Loan FAQs
Topics: What if I have concerns about the terms of my loan that cannot be resolved by talking to my lender? How do I begin repayment? Can my Perkins loan ever be canceled? What is Federal Perkins Loan forgiveness for teachers? ...
https://www.uwec.edu/kb/article/financial-aid-federal-perkins-loan-faqs/
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Financial Aid: Federal Work Study FAQs
Topics: What is Federal Work Study (FWS)? How do I become eligible for the Federal Work Study program? How do I locate a Federal Work Study job? How much can I earn in this program? How will I be paid? What happens once I have ea...
https://www.uwec.edu/kb/article/financial-aid-federal-work-study-faqs/
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Financial Aid: Grants
Grants are gifts of assistance and do not need to be repaid. Grants are awarded to students with financial need, which is based on their FAFSA information, and are usually given to students with the highest need. Most grants are awarded to undergr...
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Financial Aid: Private/Alternative Educational Loans
Typically, it is recommended that you borrow your maximum eligibility under the federal student loan programs before you turn to a private loan. If you decide you need a private loan, choose a loan that best meets your needs and borrow only what y...
https://www.uwec.edu/kb/article/financial-aid-privatealternative-educational-loans/
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Financial Aid: Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy for Financial Aid
Contents: Satisfactory Academic Progress Requirements Minimum GPA Pace Maximum Time Frame Additional Information Regarding Satisfactory Academic Progress Consortium Agreement Credits Withdrawals ...
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Financial Aid: Suggested Financial Aid Timetable
October 1 - April 15 Complete the FAFSA as soon as possible after October 1st for the next academic year. We recommended students apply by April 15th for the next academic year. Although you may still apply for financial aid after April 15th, the...
https://www.uwec.edu/kb/article/financial-aid-suggested-financial-aid-timetable/
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Financial Aid: View Shopping Sheet
The Shopping Sheet allows a student to view his/her Financial Aid award and estimated cost of attendance for the year. This is a self-service item accessible from a student’s CampS account. Login to CampS . Under Quick Links, click Stud...
https://www.uwec.edu/kb/article/financial-aid-view-shopping-sheet/