At the University of Washington, we believe every student, regardless of economic background, should have the opportunity to pursue a world-class education. Our mission is to expand educational access and opportunity by helping bridge the gap between the cost of attendance and a family’s available resources. Through scholarships, grants, loans, and work-study programs, we are committed to making a UW education as affordable as possible. Whether you attend our Seattle, Tacoma, or Bothell campus, you’ll find resources and support designed to help ensure finances are not a barrier to achieving your academic goals. Throughout this site, we’ve gathered all the essential information, forms, and resources in one friendly place.
Don’t know where to start? Read through our financial aid overview page to receive guidance tailored to your student type. Get started by clicking on your academic level from the buttons below.
Get help from a Financial Aid Counselor
Connect with a financial aid counselor for personalized guidance and support. Find information about advising hours, ways to contact our office, and the UW Title IV School Code you’ll need when completing financial aid forms and applications.
Our Title IV federal school code is 003798
- In Person Advising Hours
During the break from August 20th through September 11th in-person advising hours will be closed. In-person advising will resume September 14th.
Schmitz Hall, Room 105 - Phone Hours
Monday-Friday, 11am-3pm
206-543-6101 - Email
Allow 2-3 business days for a response
osfa@uw.edu
Updates from the Office of Student Financial Aid
Explore the latest updates from the Office of Student Financial Aid, including news, reminders, and helpful information for students and families. Check back regularly for timely updates and resources.
Quick links
Find quick access to information, tools, and resources that support every step of your financial aid journey. Browse helpful links to learn more about financial aid policies, processes, deadlines, and opportunities.
Featured forms
Satisfactory Academic Progress
To be eligible for financial aid, students must maintain satisfactory academic progress standards. If you had special circumstances and didn’t meet the requirements, you may file an appeal.
Aid Offer Revision Request
If your circumstances have changed and you would like to request and change to your aid offer to better suit your needs, you may submit one of the revision request forms.
Release of Information
By law, student information is protected and cannot be shared without a student’s permission. To allow your information to be shared with parents or other parties, submit a release of information form.
College Cost Transparency Initiative
The University of Washington is a partner institution in the College Cost Transparency Initiative, committed to using their Principles and Standards in our financial aid offer. Please see their website for more details.