Complete the CFL & Request a Federal Student Loan

*Please remember the User ID and password that you have chosen, you may need it to complete other WIU forms.

ALL domestic students are required to complete a CFL. If you wish to request a Federal Student Loan, please click on the appropriate link below.

STEPS:

1. Complete the CFL and submit it.

2. Click on the link to finish the loan application process which is found on the confirmation page. You will then be directed to a link to complete a Master Promissory Note for your Federal Student Loan. 

3. Complete the Master Promissory Note (MPN) in its entirety. You should reach a confirmation page when you are finished. You have not completed the process until you have reached the confirmation page.

4. The Federal Direct Loan Entrance Counseling must also be completed before receiving a Federal Direct Loan by going to https://www.dl.ed.gov/borrower/BorrowerWelcomePage.jsp

CFL & Loan Request for Dependent Students (Students under 24 years old, Not married)

CFL & Loan Request for Independent Students (Students over 24 years old, married, OR with children as determined by FAFSA filing status)

CFL for MBA Students