Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships

The mission of the Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships is to provide resources, guidance and financial assistance for students pursuing educational goals while complying within Federal, State and University regulations and guidelines.

It is our commitment to serve the students and campus community in a caring, knowledgeable, professional and personalized manner.

Indiana University Code of Conduct

March 10 FAFSA Priority Deadline

March 10th is the IU Northwest FAFSA priority deadline for the 2010-2011 academic year. You must complete your 2010-2011 FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) by March 1 to be considered for the most possible aid. Be sure to include IU Northwest school code, 001815. The 2010-2011 FAFSA is used to award aid for fall 2010, spring 2011 and summer 2011.

You can complete the FAFSA online, or by returning a paper copy to the federal processor by mail. Paper copies will no longer be available in our office. To request a paper copy students can call the Federal Student Aid Information Center at 1-800-4-FED-AID. If you complete the FAFSA on paper and mail it in, the form must be received by the federal processor by March 10, 2010 to be considered on-time for the IU Northwest priority deadline. You are strongly encouraged to complete the FAFSA online if possible.

Service Philosophy of the Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships – An Enrollment Services Unit

As members of a student-centered campus, we make the commitment to provide friendly, knowledgeable customer service and assistance in support of the University's Shared Vision, Values, and Strategic Outcome.

There are a few things you should know about financial aid.

• IU Northwest students receive nearly $12 million in financial aid each year.
• Applying is free.
• You need to complete FAFSA (Free application for Federal Student Aid)
  • IU Northwest's Federal Code 001815
• You'll never know what you're eligible for if you don't apply.
• We can help you every step of the way.

Tracking Your Application and Aid

Use OneStart to:

• Review your financial aid awards
• Check to see if we've received the forms you've sent
• Review your budget, Expected Family Contribution (EFC), and financial need
• Apply for summer aid

Contact Us Today

The Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships can tell you more about financial aid opportunities and procedures. Contact one of our financial aid counselors (include 10-digit IU ID Number) or visit our office today.