I just want a Student or Parent Loan. Do I have to apply for financial aid and complete the FAFSA?
NIU strongly encourages all students who want need-based and non-need-based loans to apply for financial aid first before applying for higher interest rate loans.
If I applied for financial aid last year do I need to apply for financial aid this year?
Yes, students must apply for financial aid every academic year. Even if your income should stay the same or you did not file Federal Tax Returns, you are still required to apply for financial aid every year.
