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Financial Aid
(For U.S. Citizens and U.S. Permanent Residents)
Financial Aid
Roger Williams University strives to maintain an active
and equitable program of financial assistance for students
who would otherwise not be able to attend the institution.
The criteria for financial assistance are demonstrated
need, academic performance, and a U.S. citizenship or
eligible non-citizen status. Aid is awarded without regard
to age, gender, race, sexual orientation, creed, national
origin, or disability.
There are three types of financial aid: loans, employment,
and grants/scholarships. Assistance may consist of one or any
combination of these types of financial aid. Awards can be from
the federal government, the student’s state of residence, private
agencies, and/or Roger Williams University.
How and When to Apply
In order for Roger Williams University to assess the financial
need of each candidate in a uniform manner, all freshman and
transfer applicants must submit:
Early Action and Regular Decision Applicants
• CSS Profile Form by January 1
• Roger Williams University Verification Form
• Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by
February 1
• A copy of Federal Tax Transcripts from the IRS, W2 forms
and that of their parents by April 15
Returning Students: Students must reapply for financial aid
each year to have their current eligibility determined. All
returning students must submit:
• Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by
February 1
• Roger Williams University Data Form, available at the
Office of Student Financial Aid and Financial Planning by
February 1
• A copy of Federal Tax Transcripts from the IRS, W2 forms
and that of their parents by April 15
Students must satisfy the academic standards of the University
to be considered for continuing financial assistance.
The CSS Profile Form and Free Application for Federal Student
Aid (FAFSA) are available online at www.CollegeBoard.com
for the CSS Profile and www.fafsa.ed.gov for the FAFSA. The
CSS Profile Registration Form and the FAFSA On The Web
Worksheet are available from high school offices, transfer
offices, and Roger Williams University’s Office of Student
Financial Aid and Financial Planning.
Priority consideration is given to applicants whose
FAFSA is received by the federal processor no later than
February 1. Priority applicants are considered for the
maximum aid possible according to their demonstrated
need and Roger Williams University policies. If actual
income tax figures are not available, please estimate to
the best of your ability.
Satisfactory Progress Policy for Financial
Aid Recipients
Policy: Students receiving financial aid who do not meet the
minimum requirement as outlined under the Rate of Progress
may not be eligible to receive financial aid.
Appeals: Any student who believes that mitigating
circumstances prevented him or her from achieving the
minimum requirement should write an appeal letter.
This letter should explain the circumstances and state
how the student anticipates achieving the required Rate
of Progress. The letter should be addressed to Appeals
Committee, Office of Student Financial Aid and Financial
Planning, Roger Williams University, One Old Ferry Road,
Bristol, RI 02809-2921.
Federal Financial Aid Return Policy
Any student receiving federal financial aid who withdraws is
required under federal regulation, to have federal and/or state
financial aid funds pro-rated.
If a student withdraws, return of financial aid will
be applied in accordance with federal regulations and
institutional policy.
Sources of Financial Aid Available Through
the University
Educational Assistance for Veterans: The Veterans
Administration administers programs for veterans
and service people seeking assistance for education
or training. Veterans and service people who initially
entered the military on or after January 1, 1977 may
receive educational assistance under a contributory
plan. A deferred payment plan is available for veterans
enrolling full time.
Federal Direct Subsidized Loan: This program enables
students with demonstrated need to borrow federally
subsidized funds from the U.S. Department of Education.
Repayment and interest accrual does not begin until six
months after students graduate or drop to less than half-time
enrollment. To apply for this loan, complete a FAFSA form,
sign an Award Letter and complete a Master Promissory Note
and Entrance Interview.
Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loan: This program allows
students who do not qualify based on need for the subsidized
loan program to apply for this federal loan. Interest is accrued
while the student is in school, with repayment of interest
and principal beginning six months after graduation. The
application criteria for the above program also applies to this
loan program.
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