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The primary purpose of the financial aid program at Marquette is to aid those students who would be unable to attend the university without assistance. Marquette makes every effort within its means to assist such students in financing their education.

Financial resources available to undergraduate students include scholarships, grants, loans and part-time employment. Since these resources can be limited, priority for financial assistance is based on the financial need of the applicant as well as the date on which all application materials have been received by the Office of Student Financial Aid. Students should begin the application process the January prior to enrollment.

For detailed information on the programs and procedures described in this section and others, which may not be listed here, consult Marquette Central. The website is the primary means of communication. Questions can be sent via e-mail to mucentral@Marquette.edu or by contacting the Office of Student Financial Aid; Marquette University; P.O. Box 1881; Milwaukee, WI 53201-1881, or by calling (414) 288-4000.

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Application

To be considered for scholarships, grants, employment and loans, entering freshmen and
advanced standing (transfer) students must complete the Marquette university application for
admission. No applicant will be considered for financial assistance until he or she has been
formally admitted into the university, although one certainly can apply for financial aid before
acceptance to the university has been granted.

Applicants are also required to complete a free application for Federal student aid (FAFSA). The FAFSA
allows the Office of Student Financial aid to determine each applicant’s financial need in a uniform
manner. The Title IV School Code for Marquette is 003863.

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Scholarships

Marquette university scholarships are funded through gifts and endowments provided by private donors in addition to funds set aside by the university. All applicants meeting the December 1 admission application deadline will be considered for the Ignatius scholarship. Selection for Ignatius scholarships is based upon meeting specific academic requirements.

Marquette University also offers competitive scholarships, athletic scholarships and ROTC scholarships. For information about selection criteria, application procedures, deadlines and renewal requirements for all Marquette scholarships consult the Office of Undergraduate Admissions’ Web site at: marquette.edu/explore/scholarships.shtml.

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Grants 

A grant is a form of financial assistance, which does not have to be repaid. Funding for grant programs is supplied by state and federal agencies as well as institutional sources.

Federal Pell Grant (PELL): this is a federal program, which provides funds to eligible undergraduate students who do not possess a bachelor’s degree. Students eligible for assistance through this grant program may receive up to $5,550 per year.

National Science and Mathematics Access to Retain Talent Grant (SMART)

: the SMART Grant is a new federal program for third and fourth year students who meet the following criteria: Pell eligible; 3.000 cumulative GPA; and enrolled in an eligible program of study (computer science, engineering, critical foreign languages, life science, mathematics, physical sciences, technology or multidisciplinary studies). Students can receive up to a maximum award of $4,000 per year.

Wisconsin Tuition Grant (WTG): (Wisconsin residents only) this grant program, funded by the state of Wisconsin, attempts to provide a percentage of the cost differential between attendance at a public and private institution. In order to be eligible, a student must be a legal resident of the state of Wisconsin, enrolled in an undergraduate program at least half-time, and must not possess a bachelor’s degree. The amount of this grant ranges from $250 to $2,900 and is based
on need. WTG can be received for a maximum of ten terms.

Marquette University Grants (MU Grant): Mu Grants are awarded to full-time undergraduate students who must show financial need and do not possess a bachelor’s degree.

Talent Incentive Program Grants (TIP Grants): the TIP Program is a Wisconsin state-sponsored program providing grants to eligible Wisconsin residents with exceptional financial need. Recipients must meet state criteria as low income/disadvantaged students. Grants range up to $1,800 per year. TIP Grants can be received for a maximum of 10 terms.

Miscellaneous Grants: the Office of Student Financial Aid also administers other federal and state grants.

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Loans

Students are considered for loan assistance if they are attending Marquette on at least a halftime basis and are in good academic standing. Loans must be repaid according to the terms outlined on the promissory note for each loan program.

The principal loan programs administered by Marquette are the Federal Perkins Loan, the William D. Ford Federal Direct Stafford Loan and the William D. Ford Federal Direct Plus loan. Eligible students will receive promissory note materials after indicating they wish to accept the
loans.

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Student Employment 

The primary function of student employment services, located within the Office of Student Financial Aid, is to assist students in securing employment on campus or within businesses in the area. Many students help finance their education through part-time employment. Part-time employment can benefit students in several ways: 

• Employment helps offset the cost of education.
• Students who work tend to manage their time better than students who do not.
• Studies have shown that grades don’t suffer if students limit the number of hours worked to less than 20 per week.
• Part-time employment can be an important part of the total educational experience at Marquette. Students can learn good work habits, human relations skills and other skills that may not be learned in the classroom. There are an ample number of jobs for those who want to work. To conduct a successful job search, new students should begin in mid-July by accessing JobConnection. Job vacancies are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Once a job is secured, students can arrange a work schedule around their class schedule. Typical jobs include food service worker, laboratory assistant, residence hall desk receptionist, typist, computer programmer, maintenance worker, community service worker and many more. Off-campus jobs are found in non-profit agencies as well as many area businesses. Students wishing to work must comply with the immigration reform act of 1986. This means that the student will need to complete an I-9 form with the Office of Student Employment on the first day of employment. Student must provide actual documentation (i.e., Social Security card and driver's license or U.S. passport). Therefore, copies or faxes of documents are not acceptable. Please be sure to check the last page of the I-9 form for a list of acceptable documents to complete the I-9 process. Student may view the I-9 requirements on the student employment website. Visit marquette.edu/mucentral/financialaid/ses_i9.shtml. Contact Student Employment at studentemployment@marquette.edu with questions.