Overview

Western’s Student Resource Request system is available to help when students bump into life situations that get in the way of their success.

Managing finances while you are in college can be confusing, but there are resources available to help you take control of your financial situation and develop a plan for funding college and balancing college and work.

Find Work that Complements Your Studies

Federal Work-Study (FWS) is a need-based program that is awarded to eligible students based on the filing of the Free Application for Federal St

Some students find they need additional funds beyond their grant and Federal Direct Loan eligibility to meet their expenses while attending college.

Federal  Direct Parent PLUS Loan

PLUS Loans are federally guaranteed loans that parents may obtain to help pay for the cost of education for their dependent student. Certain credit conditions apply, and a credit check is required.

The Federal Direct Student Loan Program provides low interest loans for students, borrowed directly through the U.S. Department of Education. In the Direct Loan Program, the lender is the U.S. Department of Education.

Except in the case of cancellation or discontinuance of courses, you must drop a class within the stipulated refund period to receive a refund of refundable fees.

A Home for Rights, Concerns, and Reporting

At Western, we want every student to understand their rights, know what’s expected, and feel confident speaking up if our campus isn’t meeting its values.

If you are a current student with questions about y