Weber State Financial Aid Office: Your Guide to Success

Are you starting your college journey at Weber State University? If so, the Financial Aid Office is here to help you navigate the financial aspects of your education. We understand that paying for college can be a daunting task, but we’re here to provide you with the resources and support you need to make it a reality.

In this guide, we’ll provide an overview of the Weber State Financial Aid Office and its services. We’ll also walk you through the steps you need to take to apply for and receive financial aid.

What is the Weber State Financial Aid Office?

The Weber State Financial Aid Office is a resource for students who need financial assistance to pay for their education. The office provides a variety of services, including:

• Financial aid counseling and advising
• Assistance with completing the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid)
• Processing of scholarships and grants
• Disbursement of financial aid funds

The Financial Aid Office is committed to helping students achieve their educational goals. We understand that paying for college can be a challenge, but we’re here to help you make it possible.

What Services Does the Weber State Financial Aid Office Provide?

The Weber State Financial Aid Office provides a variety of services to help students pay for college. These services include:

• Financial aid counseling and advising: Our financial aid counselors can help you understand your financial aid options and make informed decisions about how to pay for college.
• Assistance with completing the FAFSA: The FAFSA is the application you need to complete in order to receive federal student aid. Our financial aid counselors can help you complete the FAFSA and make sure that you receive the maximum amount of aid for which you are eligible.
• Processing of scholarships and grants: Scholarships and grants are free money that you can use to pay for college. The Financial Aid Office processes scholarships and grants and disburses the funds to students.
• Disbursement of financial aid funds: Once you have been awarded financial aid, the Financial Aid Office will disburse the funds to your student account. The funds can be used to pay for tuition, fees, books, and other expenses.

How Do I Apply for Financial Aid?

Applying for financial aid is a simple process. Here are the steps you need to take:

1. Complete the FAFSA. The FAFSA is the application you need to complete in order to receive federal student aid. The FAFSA is available online at www.fafsa.gov.
2. Submit the FAFSA to Weber State University. Weber State University’s FAFSA code is 003830.
3. Receive your financial aid award letter. Once Weber State University has received your FAFSA, the Financial Aid Office will send you a financial aid award letter. The award letter will outline the types and amounts of financial aid you have been awarded.
4. Accept your financial aid award. To accept your financial aid award, you must complete the Financial Aid Award Acceptance Form. The form is available online at www.weber.edu/financialaid.
5. Receive your financial aid funds. Once you have accepted your financial aid award, the Financial Aid Office will disburse the funds to your student account. The funds can be used to pay for tuition, fees, books, and other expenses.

What Are the Different Types of Financial Aid?

There are several different types of financial aid available to students. The most common types of financial aid include:

• Grants: Grants are free money that you do not have to repay. Grants are awarded based on financial need.
• Scholarships: Scholarships are also free money that you do not have to repay. Scholarships are awarded based on merit, such as academic achievement, athletic ability, or artistic talent.
• Loans: Loans are money that you have to repay with interest. Loans are available to students who demonstrate financial need.
• Work-study: Work-study allows students to earn money to help pay for college expenses. Students who participate in work-study are paid for work they perform for the university or for off-campus organizations.

How Can I Contact the Weber State Financial Aid Office?

The Weber State Financial Aid Office is located in the Student Services Building (SSB) on the Ogden campus. The office is open Monday through Friday from 8:00am to 5:00pm.

You can contact the Financial Aid Office by phone at (801) 626-6264 or by email at [email protected].

Additional Resources

In addition to the Weber State Financial Aid Office, there are a number of other resources available to help you pay for college. These resources include:

• The U.S. Department of Education: The U.S. Department of Education provides information about federal student aid programs and resources. The department’s website is www.studentaid.gov.
• The Utah Higher Education Assistance Authority (UHEAA): The UHEAA provides information about state-based student aid programs and resources. The authority’s website is www.uheaa.org.
• College planning websites: There are a number of college planning websites that can provide you with information about financial aid and other aspects of college planning. Some of these websites include:
  • www.collegeboard.org
  • www.cappex.com
  • www.fastweb.com

Table 1: Types of Financial Aid

Table 2: How to Apply for Financial Aid

Table 3: Contact Information for the Weber State Financial Aid Office

| Contact Information |
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| Phone: (801) 626-6264 |
| Email: [email protected] |
| Address: Student Services Building (SSB) |

Table 4: Additional Resources