Wayne State University historically has offered students financial support that helps offset tuition increases. An average of 27 cents of every tuition dollar received at Wayne State is put into financial aid. This is one of the highest proportions among Michigan’s public universities. To help mitigate the effect of tuition increases, the Board of Governors traditionally has provided a corresponding increase in financial aid. The Office of Student Financial Aid (OSFA) will review the additional need-based eligibility of students receiving assistance for the 2008-2009 academic year. Please consult OSFA at (313) 577-3378 to see if the increase in tuition rates implies eligibility for additional aid.
Types of Financial Aid
“Aim Higher for Students” fundraising campaign: Introduced by President Noren at his inauguration, “Aim Higher for Students” is solely focused on student scholarship needs, and has so far raised more than $800,000.
The WSU Financial Aid Stimulus Package: Program doubles the amount of need-based financial aid for the majority of WSU students.
WSU Alumni Tuition Reduction Program: Wayne State alumni (or their spouses) who recently have lost their jobs can take up to four classes at 50 percent of the cost of regular tuition.
“Yellow Ribbon” program for veterans
: Wayne State participates in a national program that allows returning veterans to attend the university at a reduced rate.
Visit the Office of Financial Aid Web site at www.financialaid.wayne.edu.