Welcome to Fall 2023

We want you to be successful at Indiana State University—and to take advantage of all of the financial opportunities you may be eligible to receive.  We have many resources available for you to access on our website and we are more than happy to provide any additional assistance that may help you along the way.  For our office location, hours and contact information - click here.

Aid Information

• Loan Requests 

  Federal Direct Loan decisions will become available July 2023 through the MyISU Portal.

• Priority Processing Dates 

  We recommend submitting all of your required Financial Aid documents by July 1, 2023.  Documents submitted after this date are not guaranteed to be processed prior to the start of class.  Avoid the stress and delays by resolving your requirements!  Not sure where to look?  Here are a couple ideas of where to start:

  • The Take 5 Checklist
  • The MyISU Portal or the MyISU Portal Guides
  • Did we receive your documents?
  • Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
     

• University Bill for Fall 2023

  Bills are due on the first day of classes, August 22, 2023.  For more information - http://www2.indstate.edu/bursar/pay.htm

• Refunds and Disbursements

  Federal Aid pays no earlier than a week prior to the start of classes.  By August 14, aid will begin paying to students with complete files.

  • Why hasn't my aid paid?
  • Where can i get more money?
  • How do I pay for books?
  • Where can I find more information on Refunds?

• Claiming the Work Study Award 

  Federal Work Study Program is a subsidized employment program. The only way for students accepting their Federal Work Study offer to receive the amount is to get a job, work their assigned hours per week and earn the funding. For more information - click here

• Sycamore Emergency Loan 

  The Sycamore Emergency Loan Program is intended to assist students who have a need for short-term financial assistance, and who agree to use these funds exclusively to pay educational expenses related to their attendance at Indiana State University.  Available starting August 16^th. Eligibility rules apply, for our policy - click here

Resources

• Financial Aid Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

• Proxy Information 

• MyISU Portal Guides 

• How to Contact Us 

• Satisfaction Survey