Western Kentucky University Parent Guide

Financial Planning

The Financial Aid Secret Worth Big Bucks

The yearly phenomenon known within the financial aid community as the “summer melt” is working in students’ favor — this year more than ever — offering the opportunity for extra financial aid that previously didn’t exist. And if you’re one of the few students who know the secret, you can get more cash than ever before.

Maximizing Winter Break

For many students winter break is a welcome time for rest and relaxation; however it can also be a useful time to plan ahead or even make some much needed extra money. Winter break is a great time for a short internship, travel opportunity, networking meeting, or shadowing experience.