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Financial Aid and Scholarships

Tuition assistance programs—from scholarships to student loans—help put a Willamette education within reach. Our team is ready to guide you through the process.

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Estimate Your Cost with Our Net Price Calculator
Designed for first-year, first-time students, our interactive net price calculator helps you and your family estimate your eligibility for financial aid.
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Willamette Scholarships
All undergraduate students who apply to Willamette are automatically considered for merit-based scholarships starting at $25,000 per year. We also offer a variety of competitive awards based on talents and academic interests.
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Important Financial Aid Deadlines

If you are applying for financial aid, here are some dates and deadlines.

Completing Your FAFSA

If you are applying for need-based financial aid, such as grants, federal student loans, you’ll need to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). You can access the form starting October 1; the deadline varies based on your student/applicant status:

  • Early Admission Candidates – January 10
  • Regular Admission Candidates – February 1
  • Returning Students – March 15 

Accepting Your Award Letter 

Newly admitted first-year students will receive a financial aid award letter in February. Graduate students will receive theirs in early March. You’ll find specific instructions and next steps your letter.

Get the full details on how to apply for financial aid:

How to Apply for Aid

RESOURCES

Financial Aid Tools & Resources

Get more information about the financial aid process, explore additional options, and find forms you might need.

Willamette University

Office of Financial Aid

  • Salem Campus 

    Address

    1st Floor Waller Hall
    900 State Street
    Salem Oregon 97301 U.S.A.