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Application Deadlines for Financial Aid
Applying for Financial Aid
We encourage all students to apply for financial aid! Whether you’re just getting started or planning ahead, submitting your application ensures you’re considered for the best possible funding options available. Apply for financial aid now using the FAFSA or WASFA.
Priority Deadline
To get the best chance at receiving financial aid and having your application processed before classes begin, be sure to submit all required forms and documents by March 15.This is our priority deadline for the upcoming academic year at Lake Washington Institute of Technology (LWTech).
Missed the Priority Deadline?
Don’t worry — you can still apply for financial aid anytime! Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis throughout the year. However, students who apply after March 15 should try to meet the quarterly processing deadlines below to be considered for funding before the quarter starts.
Some aid programs have limited funding, so awards are made on a first-come, first-served basis after the priority date. If your aid isn’t finalized before tuition is due, you’ll need to make arrangements to pay upfront. In some cases, you can request a payment deferral through the Financial Aid Office while your application is being processed.
Once your aid is awarded, any remaining tuition or fees not covered by financial aid will need to be paid in full.
| Quarter | Deadline | Quarter Starts |
|---|---|---|
| Summer 2025 | March 15, 2025 | July 7, 2025 |
| Fall 2025 | June 15, 2025 | September 29, 2025 |
| Winter 2026 | September 15, 2025 | January 5, 2026 |
| Spring 2026 | December 15, 2025 | April 6, 2025 |
2025-2026 Award Year Important Dates
The financial aid award year for LWTech is from July 1 through June 30 the following year (Summer through Spring quarters).
| Financial Aid Activity | Summer 2025 | Fall 2025 | Winter 2026 | Spring 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Financial Aid Disbursements begin | July 7 | September 29 | Janaury 5 | April 6 |
| Census Day | July 18 | October 10 | January 16 | April 17 |
| Last day to request a quarter-only or qurter ending federal student loan | August 15 | November 24 | March 2 | June 1 |
| Last day to submit a SAP Petition or Aid Reinstatement for the current quarter | August 15 | November 24 | March 2 | June 1 |