Financial Aid Application Process and Eligibility
If you think you will need financial assistance to meet the direct or indirect costs associated with your legal education, you should complete the following:
Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) – Submit your FAFSA each academic year, no earlier than October 1st for the following academic year. For example, if you plan to attend law school between August 2021 and May 2022, select the 2021-2022 school year on the FAFSA website. If applicable, have your prior year's W-2s and tax returns available. The FAFSA should be completed online. The financial aid priority deadline is March 15th.
The RWU Law Title IV code number is 003410.
You will be required to complete a FAFSA each year and may also be asked to provide the Office of Financial Aid with a copy of your previous year’s IRS tax transcript and W-2 forms. All law students are considered to be independent; parents’ financial information is not considered when determining eligibility for financial aid. By applying early, however, you ensure that you will be considered for all available assistance.
To maintain eligibility for federal student aid (including federal direct loans) you must be making Satisfactory Academic Progress, not be in default of any federal loan and remain at least a part-time students (registered for at least 6 credits each term).
To maintain eligibility for federal student aid (including federal direct loans) you must be making Satisfactory Academic Progress, not be in default of any federal loan and remain at least a part-time (registered for at least 6 credits each term).