Wheaton offers limited need-based financial aid to international students based on a combination of financial need and academic performance. Applicants who wish to be considered for financial aid must complete the 2027–2028 International Student Financial Aid Application after you apply for admission to Wheaton. This form will be located in your admission portal and is specific to you.

Please note: the financial aid deadline for international students who wish to apply through Wheaton’s Early Action admission program is November 15. The financial aid deadline for international students who wish to apply through Wheaton’s Regular Decision admission program is January 15.

Wheaton offers academic scholarships to recognize outstanding secondary school achievement. Citizens of any country are eligible for these funds. The Admission Committee selects scholarship recipients from the general applicant pool. No additional application is necessary.

Deadlines for Applying for Need-based Financial Aid for International Students

  • Early Decision:
    Apply ED 1 or 2 if Wheaton is your first choice and you agree to enroll upon admission.
  • Early Action:
    Apply EA 1 or 2 to be considered before regular decision applicants and have until May 1 to make your decision.
  • Regular Decision:
    Apply during the standard timeline and have until May 1 to make your decision.
Application Type Deadline Notification
Early Decision 1 November 15 by December 15
Early Action 1 November 15 by the end of December
Early Action 2 January 15 by the end of February
Early Decision 2 January 15 by February 5
Regular Decision fall entry February 15 by the end of March
Regular Decision spring entry November 15 On rolling basis