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    Wisconsin Grant - UW

    Wisconsin Higher Educational Aids Board · State program

    Data verified Nov 2026 · CollegesRef 2026–27 edition

    Award

    $1,000 to $3,700

    Up to $3,700 (Tier 2 award of $1,000 available if funds permit)

    Deadline

    See the official page for current dates.

    Checked against the official page on Nov 6, 2026.

    About this scholarship

    The Wisconsin Grant - UW is a state-funded financial aid program administered by the Wisconsin Higher Educational Aids Board. This grant is specifically designed for undergraduate students who are enrolled at any of the University of Wisconsin System campuses. To determine eligibility and calculate the student's financial need, the program relies on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, which calculates the Student Aid Index used in the state's grant formula.

    The program provides funding to help cover the cost of attending a state university. Eligible students can receive up to $3,700 through the standard grant formula. Additionally, a Tier 2 award of $1,000 is available for students with a higher Student Aid Index, though these specific tier awards are subject to funding availability and are only implemented if state funds permit. To apply, students must submit their federal student aid application. For the most current application deadlines and submission dates, applicants should consult the official program page.

    Who can apply

    • Resident of Wisconsin
    • Undergraduate
    • Shows financial need on the FAFSA or state aid application
    • Usable at: 4-year college, public college
    • For students attending University of Wisconsin System campuses. Tier 2 awards are subject to funding availability.

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    Award details

    Amount
    $1,000 to $3,700
    Number of awards
    Not stated
    Renewable
    One-time or not stated
    Merit-based
    No
    Need-based
    Yes
    Essay required
    Not stated

    Key dates

    1. Applications open

      Open now or not stated

    2. Deadline

      See the official page for current dates.

    3. Winners notified

      Not stated

    As published: See the official page for current dates.

    How to apply

    1. Complete and submit the FAFSA to have your eligibility calculated automatically based on your Student Aid Index.

    Provider and source

    Provider
    Wisconsin Higher Educational Aids Board
    Last verified
    Nov 6, 2026

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