Community resources

Applying for aid

File the FAFSA

Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) every year to apply for financial aid. This includes grants, loans and work-study programs. Coming to WSU? Use our federal school code on the FAFSA - 002329.

2024-25 FAFSA resources for completing the form

Join us for FAFSA help session - free assistance with filing the FAFSA

Step 1: Have your tax return and income information available when you file the FAFSA

Income and tax information is required on the FAFSA.

Step 2: Create an FSA ID

• To file and electronically sign your FAFSA, you will be asked to create an FSA ID.

Step 3: File your FAFSA

• The FAFSA is available at studentaid.gov/fafsa.
• File early to be considered for all available resources

Step 4: Follow up

• Follow-up at the school you will be attending to see if there are other documents to submit
• Complete all the requirements in advance, so your aid is ready for you in the fall

FAFSA help

Help with the FAFSA is available by phone at 800-4-FED-AID (800-433-3243). Online support is also available via chat or email from the Federal Student Aid Information Center.

Preparing for school

• FinAid.org - Calculators for costs, savings and aid
• Michigan Student Financial Aid  - State of Michigan resources
• Student Loans: Avoiding Deceptive Offers - Federal Trade Commission

Federal Student Aid resources

• Federal Student Aid
• Free Application for Federal Student Aid
• On YouTube
• On Facebook

Attending Wayne State University

• WSU admissions options
• WSU transfer credit evaluation
• WSU scholarships
• WSU tuition pledge programs

For high school counselors

Financial aid information for high school counselors and advisors:

• College Board
• FAFSA website
• Federal Financial Aid Toolkit
• KnowHow2 go to college
• State of Michigan aid programs
• State of Michigan high school counselor resources
• Student Aid Reference Desk