School of Medicine

Applying for Financial Aid

While it is the primary responsibility of the student and family to cover costs of education, financial assistance is available through grants, work-study, scholarships and loan programs for those who qualify. To request consideration for most types of financial assistance, you must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). You must also submit additional documents or forms requested by the Office of Student Financial Aid.

Federal School Code for the FAFSA: E00570

Priority Filing Deadline: March 1st of each year.

You have two options when applying for financial assistance. You may either apply for Campus-Based Aid (a combination of need-based institutional grants, loans, and work-study, in addition to Federal Student Loans), or you may apply for Federal Student Loans only.

Application Procedures for Both Campus Based Aid and Federal Student Loans

1. Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).


1. Apply online at www.fafsa.ed.gov.
• List our school code, E00570, so that the results will be electronically sent to us.
• Use your federal PIN number to electronically sign your application. If you do not have a PIN, you may request one at www.pin.ed.gov.
2. If you are applying for Campus Based Aid you MUST complete the parent information sections of the form.
3. Review your Student Aid Report (SAR) Information Acknowledgment to confirm the accuracy of your information, and to determine if you are selected for Verification. Verification is explained further in Step #2 below.
• If you provide your e-mail address when completing the FAFSA, you will receive an e-mail with a link to your SAR on the Web within 5 days.
• If you do not provide an e-mail address when completing the FAFSA, your SAR will be mailed to you.



2. Submit requested documents or forms.



• You will receive an email notice after your FAFSA is on file, if additional documents or forms are needed.
  
• If you are applying for Campus Based Aid, you will be asked to submit a Verification Worksheet and appropriate proof of income.
  
• To view outstanding requirements, log into WSU Pipline at www.pipeline.wayne.edu. You will find Financial Aid links under “Other Services” on the Student Tab. 
  
  
  
3. Submit all forms and documents, with appropriate signatures, via mail or fax to:

Office of Student Financial Aid
School of Medicine
Wayne State University
540 E. Canfield
1374 Scott Hall
Detroit, MI 48201
Phone: (313) 577-1039
Fax: (313) 993-1342


4. Respond to e-mail requests for additional information.


• You will be notified via e-mail to your WSU AccessID account if additional documents are required.
• You will be directed to the WSU Pipeline at www.pipeline.wayne.edu to view your financial aid status online.
• You may contact the WSU School of Medicine Information Systems Help Desk at (313) 577-1527 for technical assistance.


5. Accept Your Notice of Award via the WSU Pipeline.



After your application and submitted documents have been reviewed, you will be notified of your financial aid award via an e-mail to your WSU AccessID account. You will be directed to the WSU Pipeline at www.pipeline.wayne.edu to accept your award offer.

• You will be given 30 days to accept or decline your award.
• Click on the “Loan Programs” link for instructions on completing additional loan requirements
• You may contact the School of Medicine Information Systems Help Desk at (313) 577-1527 for technical assistance.