Complete the FAFSA each year by January 15 to be considered for priority financial aid.
Undocumented students/other select applicants should complete the WASFA by January 15th also.

The FAFSA/WASFA priority filing date has been extended to February 28, 2025 due to changes to the FAFSA application for 2025-26. 

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Key dates

Explore a list of key financial aid dates that you should be aware of.

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Application process

Complete a financial aid application. We will notify you if additional information is required.

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Aid offer process

We start preparing aid offers in the spring before the next academic year begins. Check your UW email for your notice of aid offer.

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Maintain eligibility

Once you have been offered your financial aid, you must meet certain eligibility requirements to keep it.

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Summer quarter

Summer Quarter is the first quarter of the academic year. Aid is available, but the types and amounts of are limited.

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