Types of Law Financial Aid
There are three main types of financial aid for law students. Generally, a student is offered a combination of aid consisting of the following:
- Grants and Scholarships
The law school awards several merit and need based scholarships and grants to students. The Law School Dean of Students Office coordinates selection of recipients based on academic credentials and financial need. No separate application is required. The Dean of Students Office will notify scholarship and grant recipients in writing of awards. A completed FAFSA is a requirement for any Law School scholarship award.
- Loans
Money that must be repaid at a future date, usually following graduation or when you cease to be enrolled on at least a half-time basis. The Federal Perkins Loan, Federal Stafford Loan (subsidized and unsubsidized), Federal Grad PLUS Loans, and Alternative (private) loans are available. View our loans page for details on student loan borrowing options.
- Work study programs
In addition to on-campus employment at the WSU Law School Clinics, Law students have opportunities to work in a variety of off-campus settings that have established College Work Study agreements with WSU.
Federal financial aid programs details are available in The Guide to Federal Student Aid .
State financial aid program details are available on the Michigan Financial Aid Web site.
Military and Veterans Assistance
Wayne State University Office of Military & Veterans Affairs
Provides an explanation of the educational benefit programs available to veterans and their dependents.
Financial Aid for Veterans and Their Dependents
A comprehensive guide to financial aid for veterans and their dependents.
Michigan Indian Tuition Waiver
This program is for all North American Indians who are Michigan residents for 12 consecutive months; are no less than 1/4 blood quantum as certified by the person's tribal association; and are verified by the Inter-Tribal Council of Michigan, Inc. Access the Michigan Inter-tribal Council Web site for qualification information and an application.