FAFSA
What is FAFSA?
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) form is an application for federal student aid. You need to complete the FAFSA form to apply for federal student aid such as federal grants, work-study funds, and loans. Completing and submitting the FAFSA form is free and easier than ever, and it gives you access to federal student aid—the largest source of aid— to help you pay for college or career/trade school.
In addition, many states and colleges use your FAFSA information to determine your eligibility for state and school aid. Some private aid providers may use your FAFSA information to determine whether you qualify for their aid. (Source: Federal Student Aid Office in the U.S. Department of Education)
Start Here to Complete Your FAFSA
The first step in applying for Financial Aid is to fill out your FAFSA.
Marian University of Wisconsin’s federal school code is 003861.
Need Help Filling Out Your FAFSA?
You don’t have to go through this process alone. Our friendly financial aid counselors at Marian are here to guide you and help you through it.
Office of Financial Aid
How the Amount of Aid is Determined
Marian’s Office of Financial Aid determines a student’s eligibility for financial aid based on the FAFSA results. The Office of Financial Aid will complete a needs analysis based on financial information received on the FAFSA. When completing your financial aid award, the financial aid counselors follow state and federal regulations, as well as the policies and procedures set by the institution.
To assess student need, we review your expected costs, including tuition, housing, books, transportation, personal expenses, and any other educationally related expenses. The purpose of financial aid is to bridge the gap between how much it costs to attend Marian and how much a family can pay.
Fill Out FAFSA Every Year
You need to submit a FAFSA form each academic year. The FAFSA form is for a single academic year, and eligibility for federal student aid doesn’t carry over from one year to the next. After you complete the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid), your eligibility for aid may be determined.
Aid for daytime students is calculated based on full-time enrollment unless we are notified otherwise. In some cases, additional information and/or documentation may be required before this can be completed. The Office of Financial Aid can provide a financial aid estimate upon request.
