Paying for College

How much does it cost to attend UW Oshkosh?

Costs typically include tuition and fees, housing, food, textbooks, personal expenses and transportation. Visit the UW Oshkosh Student Accounts website for the most current information about our tuition, student fees, housing and meal plan costs. 

A helpful "Cost Estimator" used by colleges across America that provides a "big picture" look at the costs of college and includes textbooks, personal expenses, and projected travel expenses is available via the UW Oshkosh "College Portrait" page. 

 

How do I apply for Financial Aid?

To offset some of the cost to attend college, most students apply for and receive some financial aid using FAFSA, the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. This financial assistance can be in the form of grants, loans and/or scholarships. To find out more about the types of financial aid available at UW Oshkosh, start by visiting the University’s Financial Aid website. Some students also find FastWeb to be a helpful tool for exploring potential scholarships.