Our financial aid team is here to help guide you in applying for financial aid and discovering the various options that are available to make your education affordable.
When it comes to paying for college, value is as important as cost.
Here at Widener, our financial aid team is committed to bringing an exceptional education within reach for talented and deserving students, like you, of all financial backgrounds.
And with this support, our students go on to lead powerful lives, careers, and futures.
Yes, the tuition cost can appear intimidating, but most of our students receive significant financial assistance in the form of grants, scholarships, loans, and student employment. This helps to bring your out-of-pocket cost down and make a Widener education not only affordable, but well worth the investment.
In fact, once your total financial aid is calculated, the cost of a Widener education is often equal to if not lower than other competitive universities–but with far superior outcomes for your career success and earning potential.
Submit Your Widener Application for Admission
Once you apply to Widener, you will automatically be considered for merit scholarships and grants awarded not only for your academic achievements, but also for your diverse talents and skills that we are seeking to maintain our vibrant, engaged campus community.
Submit Your FAFSA
"FAFSA" stands for the Free Application for Federal Student Aid and is a critical step in identifying your personal financial need. Widener awards substantial financial aid to first-time, full-time students with financial need each year and the U.S. Department of Education's Office of Federal Student Aid offers more than $150 billion in grants, work-study funds, and loans.
Need Help or Have Questions?
Contact our financial aid team for guidance and counseling on how to make your Widener education manageable and affordable. The same mentorship you can expect to receive as a student is available in helping you navigate this important process of finding the right fit for your college home.
Want help estimating your eligibility for financial aid and your annual cost per year to attend Widener University? The Net Price Calculator can give you an idea.
A Widener education is an investment in your future. And it begins with our investment in you. Through our generous financial aid, we are committed to helping families and students like you manage the costs and find your path forward.
| Financial Need-Based Aid | Completing the FAFSA will determine your personal financial need and your expected family contribution. |
| Scholarships | Scholarships recognize your hard work and achievements—and the best part is you don't have to pay the funds back after graduation! |
| Grants | Grants are aid made available by the federal and state governments based on financial need. Widener also has its very own Grant-In-Aid program to assist eligible students. |
| Loans | Loans are borrowed money that is repaid with interest and are helpful financial resources available after other options have been exhausted. |
| Student Employment | Many options are available for students to earn income by working at the university through the federal work-study program and direct university employment. |
| Aid for Military Students & Families | Widener is proud to offer numerous opportunities for military-affiliated students to finance their education. |
Need help applying for financial aid or want to schedule a financial counseling session? We'd be happy to help!
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