Frequently Asked Questions

What is the FAFSA?

The FAFSA is the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. Students must file a FAFSA to be considered for most types of financial aid. By completing the FAFSA your Expected Family Contribution (EFC) is calculated for awarding of need-based financial aid. If you plan to attend Western during fall, winter, spring, or summer quarters in the 2006-2007 academic year, you will need to file the 2006-07 FAFSA. You can file this form online at http://www.fafsa.ed.gov or we can mail you a paper copy. Make sure when filing to include Western's school code 003802. Some time afterwards, you will receive your Student Aid Report (SAR) from the federal processor. It contains all of the information you submitted when you filled out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).