Financial Aid

If you’re capable of succeeding in a rigorous academic environment and are interested in Ohio Wesleyan, you should know that more than 95 percent of OWU students receive grants or scholarships from the University. More than two-thirds of our students receive assistance based on need. The average total aid package for families who file a FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) is more than $25,000.

When you make a campus visit, be sure to include the Financial Aid Office. Our financial aid professionals are available to help you and your parents explore your financial aid options. We’re here to help you achieve your educational goals and we’re looking forward to meeting you.

Discover Your Financial Aid Options

Early Financial Aid Estimates (Deadline: December 31)

• There are two different ways to complete the estimate form. You may complete the form online and submit it electronically or you may print the form (96k PDF*) and mail in the completed form to the Office of Financial Aid.
• Estimates are processed each year from September 1 through December 31.

How to Apply for Financial Aid

• Complete the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) at www.fafsa.ed.gov by March 1st. Ohio Wesleyan's Title IV Code is 003109.

How to Apply for OWU Scholarships

• The application for admission serves as your scholarship application. Therefore no separate scholarship application is required.
• However, a separate 2-page application (1012k PDF*) is required for the Meek Community Service and Leadership Award.
• You should apply for admission by Feb 1 to assure you will be considered for all available merit scholarships.
• Browse through merit award opportunities that are not based on financial need.

How to Apply for Student Loans

• Learn more about the Federal Stafford Loan and Federal Perkins Loan and how to apply for these programs.
• Learn more about the Federal Parent Loan (PLUS) and how to apply for the program.
• Learn more about Private Student Loans and how to apply for the various programs.

Need-Based Aid

• Need-based aid is available if you qualify after filling out the FAFSA.
• The priority deadline to file for need-based financial aid is March 1.
• Explore grants, loans, and other need-based financial aid avenues.

Other Sources of Aid

• Consider the Student Assistantship Program (StAP) and miscellaneous grants, scholarships, and loans that provide additional funding possibilities.

Verification Process

• Your application for federal financial aid may be selected for a process called verification. Learn more about the verification process and requirements.

Special Circumstance Process

• You may use the Special Circumstance Process to appeal your family’s financial aid circumstances.

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