What To Do If You Are Experiencing Financial Difficulties

In some instances, students’ financial aid awards are not sufficient to cover their tuition/fees and living expenses. This generally occurs for two kinds of students:

1. Students who experience unexpected expenses during the academic year; and
2. Students with expenses beyond the usual full-time graduate student budget

If you find that you are having significant difficulty meeting your expenses with your financial aid funds, you should consult OSFA to see if your situation warrants a budget adjustment. In some cases, doing so will increase your federal loan eligibility, allowing you to apply for additional loan funds. Additionally, OSFA may be able to suggest other forms of assistance.

If you have additional questions regarding financial aid, or if you continue to have financial difficulty, you should consult the Law School Admissions and Financial Aid Office at financialaid@law.wisc.edu. 

Short Term Emergency Loans

Short term loans are intended to assist students who need a small amount ($500 or less) of money for a short period of time. Short term loans are commonly used to assist students buying books or paying rent while they wait for their financial aid award to arrive. Please contact the Law School Office of Admissions & Financial Aid for more information.