Cost & Financial Aid

Make an investment in your future

At IU Fort Wayne, we strive to make college manageable by maintaining a low attendance cost, offering substantial financial aid, and providing programs to help you minimize your debt.

IU Fort Wayne is a really affordable and financially friendly school. Whether it comes to scholarships or financial aid and assistance, [IUFW] has a lot to offer.

Trinity T. - IU Fort Wayne Nursing student

What are my options for funding my IU Fort Wayne education?

Scholarships

Scholarships are a form of financial aid you don't have to repay. The more gift aid you receive, the less debt you may have to carry.

Grants

Grants are a form of gift aid you don't have to repay. They are usually awarded to students who have some financial need, based on information you provided on your FAFSA.

Loans

A loan is a form of financial aid you will have to repay. Student loans are available through the Federal government, as well as private banks, credit unions or other lenders.

Federal Work-Study

As an undergraduate student, you may be eligible for a Federal Work-Study position. Work-study is a form of need-based aid, based on the information you provided on your FAFSA.

Ohio Reciprocity Program

The Ohio Reciprocity Program automatically qualifies students from 14 select Ohio counties to receive in-state tuition at IU Fort Wayne. 

Indiana Partner Tuition Participating Programs

We offer multiple programs for students living outside of Indiana that can reduce their tuition.

It all begins with the FAFSA

We are here to help you navigate the process of finding and applying for any of these types of financial aid. In most cases, your first step for aid consideration is to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). When you submit your FAFSA, you’ll be considered for various state and federal financial aid programs, including grants, work-study positions, and loans.

Some admission-based scholarships are based on need, so complete the FAFSA when available on October 1* for the fullest consideration.

*The 2025-2026 FAFSA will be available in December. 

Important dates

The FAFSA is available in October* each year, and the priority deadline for submitting it is April 15. Be sure to use IU Fort Wayne's school code, which is E40457!

*The 2025-2026 FAFSA will be available in December. 

My education is very affordable and manageable. I’m able to live at home and my schedule allows me to work as well.

Shawna W. - IU Fort Wayne Medical Imaging student