

Questions concerning financial aid may be directed to the: Application forms for state and federal grants may be obtained online. Unless otherwise specified, requests for scholarships, grants, loans, and employment opportunities described in this catalog should be made to the Financial Aid Office. Students must apply for financial aid each academic year. Applicants are ranked according to unmet need (based on budget, federal grants, state grants, and expected family contribution), and available funds are offered to the neediest students first. The Financial Aid Office follows the regulations established by the federal and state governments in awarding need-based aid. Submission of the above does not automatically entitle a student to receive financial aid. Financial aid applicants may be required to submit tax transcripts of their IRS forms, and/or their parents' forms, or various other income-related documents.


Financial aid is a supplement to family contribution and is to be used for educational expenses.Įligibility for financial aid, with the exception of some scholarships, loans, and assistantships (graduate students), is based on demonstrated financial need. Financial aid consists of gift aid in the form of scholarships or grants, and self-help aid in the form of employment or loans. The Financial Aid Office at West Chester University provides financial assistance and counseling to undergraduate and graduate students in support of their educational goals.
