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The Office of Financial Aid is happy to lend a hand to students and parents filling out the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) form. Here is some of the best advice from Wichita State's financial aid staff.

Wichita State prides itself on being transfer-friendly for incoming students. One of our Transfer Team members has put together this helpful step-by-step guide on everything you need to become a Shocker!

There are good reasons Wichita State has been the state's top transfer destination since 2010. Here are five things in place to make transferring to Shocker Nation as simple as possible.

There are many ways for students to get help with their mental and physical health at Wichita State. Here are a few for Shockers to know about in honor of Suicide Prevention Month.

There are different avenues to obtain college credit in high school. This guide breaks down the differences between advanced placement and dual credit courses to help students make informed decisions about college credit classes.

Courses taken for dual credit can be a great way to get started early towards your degree. Here are three types of dual credit courses and some handy tips for making a decision on which one to take.

Beginning college can be scary. Luckily, this Shocker senior has helpful tips to surviving coursework and making the most out of freshman year.

From a Wichita State Student Ambassador, Destanee Brigman-Reed gives her guide for what to bring and what to expect from living on campus.

Take it from a senior - there is a lot offered at Wichita State that new students may not know. Don't worry, current Shocker Sarah Buie has the insight on the top things incoming students should be aware of.

While Wichita State doesn't require an ACT/SAT score to be accepted, there are positives to not only taking them, but signing-up early.