October 1, 2025

2026-2027 Financial Aid Applications Now Available

What you need to know

1. Submit your FAFSA: You can file your 2026-2027 FAFSA.
2. UW’s priority filing date: The UW’s priority date for filing the FAFSA is extended to February 28, 2026 due to the changes to the FAFSA form, and later release date. Your 2026-2027 FAFSA should be received by the federal processor no later than February 28, 2026 for priority consideration of all of our aid programs.
3. The 2026-2027 FAFSA will ask about 2024 tax information. For more details about how to complete the form, please see this page.
4. For more information, please visit our web page Applying for Aid.

For assistance with completing the form please review Federal Student Aid YouTube Channel: FAFSA Videos.

Undocumented Students/Other Select Applicants:
For 2026-27 school year, complete the WASFA Application by the UW’s priority filing date of February 28, 2026 to be considered for state and institutional need-based aid.

For complete instructions on the application process, please visit our web page Financial Aid for WASFA Applicants.