Sources of Aid
Each year, Wheaton attempts to fund as many financially eligible students as possible. Eligible students who complete the aid application on time may receive a "package" of resources. A financial aid package typically includes a combination of grant assistance from Wheaton, student loans (on which no payments are required until after the student leaves school), and/or work-study awards (subsidized student employment). The level of grant funding will depend on a student's need level, academic promise and availability of funds. In years when the demand for institutional grant assistance exceeds available funds, we may not be able to fully fund every eligible aid recipient. In such cases, the student and family must work together to secure adequate funding. In all cases, families are encouraged to seek other sources of financial assistance.