Hi all! I'm applying to the University of Iowa soon, and I'm a bit stressed about finances. What's the application fee, and is there any way to get a fee waiver? Any help would be greatly appreciated!
The application fee for the University of Iowa is $55 for domestic undergraduate applicants. If finances are a concern, you might be eligible for an application fee waiver. The University of Iowa offers fee waivers to students who demonstrate financial need.
To qualify for a fee waiver, you generally need to meet at least one of the following criteria:
1. Your family's income is at or below the prescribed levels set by the U.S. Department of Agriculture for the free or reduced-price lunch program.
2. You are enrolled in a federally funded program for low-income or disadvantaged students, such as Upward Bound, Educational Talent Search, or GEAR UP.
3. You receive public assistance for basic living expenses.
4. You are experiencing financial hardship due to extenuating circumstances.
In order to obtain a fee waiver, you will first need to fill out either the Common Application or the University of Iowa's own application. In the Common Application, there is a section where you can request a fee waiver, indicating which eligibility criteria you meet. Make sure to provide any required documentation as evidence of your financial need.
If you're using the University of Iowa's application, you'll need to contact the University of Iowa Office of Admissions for instructions on how to request a fee waiver. Their email address is admissions@uiowa.edu, and their phone number is (319) 335-3847.
In the meantime, it's also a good idea to search for scholarships and financial aid opportunities to help alleviate your financial burden. Best of luck with your application!
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