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Student Financial Services Deadline Information
Deadline Information

To maximize your aid chances, make sure you meet all applicable deadlines.

Fall 2025-2026 Aid Year

WSU Priority Dates and Deadlines

Below are the updated priority dates and deadlines:
  • October 1, 2024: FAFSA/WASFA Opens
  • January 31:
    • WSU General Scholarship Priority Deadline *
    • FAFSA/WASFA priority date for new & current WSU students
  • March 31: Additional Documentation priority date for new & current WSU students
  • December 1, 2025: Additional Documentation priority date for new & current WSU students attending Spring 2026
 

Fall 2024-2025 Aid Year

WSU Priority Dates and Deadlines

Due to the most recent announcement by the U.S. Department of Education (ED) on further delays for institutions to begin receiving applicant data, WSU has extended our 2024-2025 priority dates and deadlines. Our goal is to provide flexibility to students and families with the assurance that we stand ready to assist with navigating unforeseen delays. Below are the updated priority dates and deadlines:
  • December: FAFSA Opens
  • Early January: WASFA Opens
  • May 1: WSU General Scholarship Deadline *
  • June 1: FAFSA/WASFA priority date for new & current WSU students
  • July 31: Additional Documentation priority date for new & current WSU students
  • December 1st: Additional Documentation priority date for new & current WSU students attending Spring 2025
 
Please Note: Due to the implementation of the FAFSA Simplification Act and when institutions will receive the necessary application information, this date is subject to change.