BU Wheelock offers resources for students seeking federal aid. The options listed here require the FAFSA plus any additional forms listed for eligibility.
Grants
TEACH Grant Program
The Teacher Education Assistance for College and Higher Education (TEACH) Grant Program provides grants of up to $4,000 per year (dependent on enrollment status) to students who agree to teach for four years at an elementary school, secondary school, or educational service agency that serves students from low-income families.
TEACH Grant Program Application [pdf]
Federal Loans
Federally supported, low-interest student loans are available to students who meet eligibility requirements. Eligibility for this loan is based on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid.
How to apply for Federal Direct Loans
For ongoing updates on the recent changes to Federal Loans please view these update
Summer Grad Loan Request:The Summer Graduate Unsubsidized Loan Request is not yet active. Please continue to monitor the Summer Financial Aid page for the loan request form to become active.
Federal Work-Study
Federal Work-Study is a program that promotes access to employment for students who demonstrate financial need. The Work-Study Office provides information to eligible students about available jobs in university departments as well as off-campus nonprofit agencies. Funding is limited for graduate-level Federal Work-Study.