Next Shocker Financial Wellness workshop happening March 25

Shocker Financial Wellness is hosting a workshop on the topic of “Filing Taxes” from 11:30 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. Tuesday, March 25 in the Rhatigan Student Center.

Students who attend four of the six Shocker Financial Wellness workshops this semester and fill out the entry/exit surveys are entered in a raffle for a full in-state fall tuition scholarship.

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Attend the FAFSA Tour for help filling out your application March 5

Are you feeling lost while filling out your FAFSA? The Office of Financial Aid & Scholarship can help answer any questions you have from 2 to 4 p.m. Wednesday, March 5 in 220 Woolsey Hall, Mark and Patricia Johnson Room.

If interested, please bring the following materials:

  • StudentAid.gov account and password
  • Contributor information
  • 2023 Federal Income Tax Returns, W-2s and other records of money earned
  • Bank statements and records of investments
  • Records of untaxed income (if applicable)
  • Alien Registration Number (if you are an eligible noncitizen)
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Attend the FAFSA Tour Feb. 18 for help filling out your FAFSA

Are you feeling lost while filling out your FAFSA? The Office of Financial Aid & Scholarship can help answer any questions you have from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 18 in 266 Rhatigan Student Center, Pike Room.

If interested, please bring the following materials:

  • StudentAid.gov account and password
  • Contributor information
  • 2023 Federal Income Tax Returns, W-2s, and other records of money earned
  • Bank statements and records of investments
  • Records of untaxed income (if applicable)
  • Alien Registration Number (if you are an eligible noncitizen)
  • Laptop
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Attend the FAFSA Tour for help filling out your application Feb. 6

Are you feeling lost while filling out your FAFSA? The Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships can help. The office will be available to answer questions from 1 to 3 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 6 in 266 Rhatigan Student Center, Pike Room.

If interested, bring the following materials:

  • StudentAid.gov account and password
  • Contributor information
  • 2023 Federal Income Tax Returns, W-2s and other records of money earned
  • Bank statements and records of investments
  • Records of untaxed income (if applicable)
  • Alien Registration Number (if you are an eligible noncitizen)
  • Laptop
Pop-Up FinAid Advising. Financial Aid & Scholarships logo. 14-17 & 21-24 January. 8:30 AM-12:00 PM 12:30 PM - 4:30 PM. Shocker Success Center - OneStop. Wichita.edu/financialaid. 316-978-3430

Take advantage of pop-up Financial Aid advising at OneStop

Need help with financial aid? The Office of Financial Aid has got you covered. Join the office for its pop-up advising sessions from 8:30 a.m. to noon and 12:30 to 4:30 p.m. every weekday through Jan. 24 at OneStop in the Shocker Success Center. If you prefer, drop-in advising is also available with advisors in 203 Jardine Hall.

Don’t miss out on the chance to get your financial aid questions answered.

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Financial aid wishes Shockers a happy winter break — Reminds community they are still available to help

The Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships wishes Shockers a joyous holiday season. As you enjoy this festive time, remember that the office is still available to support students with any financial aid questions or concerns. Connect with the Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships at 316-978-3430 or 855-978-1787.

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Submit your application for 2025-26 FAFSA

Shockers — it’s time to complete your 2025-26 Federal Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form. The FAFSA helps you unlock thousands of dollars to help fund your college education.

The new and improved FAFSA form from last year has been refined, giving students easy access to financial aid opportunities. Current Shockers who are interested in applying for 2025-26 scholarships should submit their FAFSA as soon as possible. The earlier you submit, the more likely you are to receive all of the scholarships you are eligible for.

Questions? The Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships is here to assist you in completing your FAFSA and in understanding your financial plan. Visit the FAFSA webpage (wichita.edu/fafsa) for more information.

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Got a fall balance? Spring into action and meet with a Financial Aid advisor to discuss your options

Spring 2025 registration is here. If you have a fall 2024 balance over $2,000, meet with a Financial Aid advisor to discuss the options available to help you bring down your balance for enrollment.

Schedule an appointment online or walk-in anytime from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday in 203 Jardine Hall.

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Uncover frighteningly good scholarship opportunities with the Office of Financial Aid

The season might be spooky, but applying for scholarships shouldn’t be. Visit the Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships at its table in the Rhatigan Student Center from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 31 to learn more about ScholarshipUniverse, which connects Shockers to scholarship opportunities.

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The 2025-26 FAFSA will be available starting Dec. 1

Are you ready for the 2025-26 FAFSA form? The form will launch Dec. 1. For now, the Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships encourages students to create an account on studentaid.gov or take the steps towards account password and username recovery.

Make sure you have all your materials easily accessible to make the process as smooth as possible once the FAFSA form opens. If you have any questions, visit the Office of Financial Aid & Scholarship in 203 Jardine Hall or visit wichita.edu/fafsa.