Mission

The mission of the Student Financial Aid Office is to increase access to a rigorous and affordable college education by being WMU’s central source for financial aid funding, information, planning and education.
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Each year, apply for the upcoming aid year by Oct. 1 with a Michigan priority deadline of March 1.
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Bronco Express

Bronco Express is your first stop for financial aid and billing.
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Financial Literacy

The utilization of financial literacy is to reduce the frustration and confusion for WMU students and families as they seek guidance, counseling and advice regarding personal finances.
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Student Financial Aid

The Student Financial Aid Office supports the recruitment, retention and degree completion of a dynamic and culturally diverse student body, in preparation for a lifetime of personal and professional success. The office is located in the Faunce Student Services building and works closely with Bronco Express. We encourage you to visit Bronco Express first to take care of everyday University business; and, if your circumstances require further counseling, an appointment with a financial aid counselor in Faunce can be made.

For the most current information regarding your financial aid, visit the GoWMU portal!

Undergrad

Seek further information on ways to pay for college.
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Grad

Access various ways to approach financial aid.
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Transfer

Explore different avenues for your costs.
Transition smoothly
Families

Assist and accelerate your student's financial path.
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Verification - IRS Tax Return Transcripts

January 15

Per recent federal guidance, we are now able to accept a signed 1040, 1040A or 1040EZ in place of an IRS Tax Return Transcript for both 2018-19 and 2019-20 verification. Additionally, we are able to accept a signed statement for non-tax filers. Please note that the IRS is unable to process official tax transcript requests during the federal government shutdown.

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Financial Aid and Bronco Express Office Closure

January 11

The Student Financial Aid office and Bronco Express will be closing at 4 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 18 for professional development. For immediate assistance, please contact (269) 387-6000.

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Endowed Scholarship Applications for 2019-20

December 18

Endowed scholarship applications for the 2019-20 academic year are now available. Applications are available until Feb 15, 2019.

Send Securely

February 19

When sending our office forms, documents or messages through email, we cannot guarantee security, so personal information such as full Social Security numbers should never be emailed.