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Graduate Financial Aid

File Your FAFSAJWU’s FAFSA code is 003404

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is a free financial aid application used to award U.S. federal grants and loans to eligible applicants. To maximize your potential financial aid, file your FAFSA today!

Helpful Resources

Applying for student financial aid is easier than you think, and we’re here to help. Use the links below to find helpful information about tuition and fees, military benefits, your personal Financial Planner and more.

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Tuition & Fees

JWU is committed to making a quality education as accessible and affordable as possible.

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Military Benefits

JWU also offer a variety of services to help support your transition from active duty to student life.

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Financial Planning

Connect with a dedicated contact whose goal is to help guide you through every step of paying for college.

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International Students

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Application information and deadlines for on-ground graduate study at JWU.

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Grad Housing Options

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Located in Downcity, Imperial Hall is primarily for post-baccalaureate-level study (ABSN, graduate and doctoral) students.

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Grad-Focused Scholarships & Grants

Alumni Scholarship: Whether you are a recent graduate or earned your JWU degree years ago, the Wildcat Alumni Scholarship allows you an affordable opportunity to advance your education. 

Federal Aid: Explore federal grants and loans for graduate students.

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Loan Information

JWU participates in the William D. Ford Federal Direct Loan Program. Under this low-interest program, the funds for your loan come directly from the federal government.

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Private Loans, also known as alternative loans, are used by students and families to bridge the gap between the cost of education and the financial aid award. These loans are for credit-worthy borrowers and are not based on financial need.

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External Resources

Student Loan Data System: For tracking and managing your federal student loans and grants.

StudentAid.gov: For managing and repaying your federal student loans.

Important Steps

  • Complete the Necessary Forms

    Once you decide to enroll at JWU, you’ll need to:

  • Finalize your payment plan

    To do this, just submit all the requested financial aid forms by the appropriate deadlines. You can also set up a monthly payment plan or make a one-time payment via the following instructions:

    • Go to jwuLink: Finance Page > Payment Links Block > Click “Tuition & Fees.”
    • This will direct you to the NelNet Quick Pay system to complete your payment.
    • Note: there is a processing fee of 2.85% for a credit card payment. There is no fee for checking and savings account payments.

    If you need assistance, please contact your financial planner.

  • Raise Your Financial IQ
    Once you are deposited, use your JWU login to gain full access to iGrad, a financial literacy site that provides a scholarship search tool, helpful videos and more. 
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  • Once you are deposited, log in to jwuLink to access Handshake to review options for on-campus employment.

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