Take control of your financial future with UW Law's financial wellness programming!
Current students can find program details and register for upcoming events on our registration page. Events are added throughout the academic year, so please check back often.
Questions? Contact the Admissions and Financial Aid Office.
Workshops & Webinars 2023-2024
Student Loan Repayment Strategies For Legal Careers with Natalie Daniels, AFC®, from the AccessLex Institute Center for Education and Financial Capability® | |
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When: | Monday, October 9, 2023, 12-1 PM |
Where: | Room 5229 |
Student loan repayment can feel overwhelming, but you can chart a path to a debt-free future based on your specific income and career trajectory. During this event, an Accredited Financial Counselor® from AccessLex Institute® will cover common repayment strategies for different legal careers and essential details regarding repayment plan options, consolidation, and loan forgiveness programs. Attendees will receive an entry into the annual MAX by AccessLex® Scholarship Drawings. |
Your Public Service Loan Forgiveness Action Plan with Natalie Daniels, AFC®, from the AccessLex Institute Center for Education and Financial Capability® | |
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When: | Tuesday, October 10, 2023, 12-1 PM |
Where: | Room 5229 |
The Public Service Loan Forgiveness program enables employees working for qualified public service employers to achieve forgiveness of their federal Direct Student Loans after 120 monthly payments on a qualified repayment plan. During this session, an Accredited Financial Counselor® from AccessLex Institute® will review the details of and recent updates to the program, as well as the steps you need to take to get on the right track for forgiveness. Attendees will receive an entry into the annual MAX by AccessLex® Scholarship Drawings. |
One-On-One Financial Coaching Sessions with Natalie Daniels, AFC®, from the AccessLex Institute Center for Education and Financial Capability® | |
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When: | Monday, October 9, 2023 & Tuesdsay, October 10, 2023 (Times Vary by Appointment) |
Where: | Room 3380a |
Natalie Daniels is offering one-on-one financial counseling sessions with current students to discuss personal finance planning and strategies. This is a great chance for students to gain financial planning insight and advice from a personal finance expert. Natalie Daniels is an Accredited Financial Counselor (AFC®). |
Federal Loan Repayment Strategies by Dr. Jeff Hanson | |
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When: | Monday, February 12, 2024, 12-1 PM |
Where: | Zoom |
Dr. Jeff Hanson is a nationally-recognized economist who specializes in working with student loan borrowers regarding student loan repayment. This interactive webinar will focus on developing a strategic plan for managing loan repayment successfully, including selection of the payment plan that best achieves your goals, evaluating the pros and cons of refinancing federal student loans, taking advantage of loan forgiveness programs when you qualify, and more. |
Public Service Loan Repayment Strategies by Dr. Jeff Hanson | |
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When: | Tuesday, February 13, 2024, 12-1 PM |
Where: | Zoom |
Dr. Jeff Hanson is a nationally-recognized economist who specializes in working with student loan borrowers to explore all options available for repayment, including the options available to you in managing this important financial responsibility while employed in public service. This interactive webinar will focus on developing a strategic plan for managing loan repayment successfully, including information about Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF), Income-Driven Repayment (IDR) plans, and Loan Repayment Assistance Programs (LRAPs). |
One-on-One Student Loan Repayment Counseling Appointments with Dr. Jeff Hanson | |
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When: | Monday, February 12, 2024 & Tuesday, February 13, 2024 (Times Vary by Appointment) |
Where: | Zoom |
Dr. Hanson is also offering one-on-one appointments to discuss strategic approaches to managing your finances while in school and planning for repayment of your student loans after you graduate. This is an invaluable opportunity to learn more about your finances and loan repayment options from an expert in the field. |
Applying for Financial Aid and Scholarships for the 2024-25 Academic Year by UW Law's Office of Admissions and Financial Aid | |
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When: | Tuesday, February 20, 2024, 12-1 PM |
Where: | Law School |
The Law School Office of Admissions and Financial Aid will proivide an overview of the financial aid and scholarships application process for the 2024-25 academic year. This is a great chance for current students to review the steps necessary to ensure their financial aid is set for next academic year and ask the Law School's scholarship and financial aid team any questions. |
Health and Wealth with Natalie Daniels, AFC®, from the AccessLex Institute Center for Education and Financial Capability® | |
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When: | Monday, February 26, 2024, 12-1 PM |
Where: | Zoom |
Did you know that financial stress and overall health are connected? During this event, an Accredited Financial Counselor® from AccessLex Institute® will discuss the link between the two and evidence-based strategies for pursuing a peaceful approach to money management. Attendees will receive an entry into the annual MAX by AccessLex® Scholarship Drawings. |
Funding Your Bar Exam Experience with Natalie Daniels, AFC®, from the AccessLex Institute Center for Education and Financial Capability® | |
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When: | Tuesday, February 27, 2024, 12-1 PM |
Where: | Zoom |
Costs associated with sitting for the bar can add up. During this event, an Accredited Financial Counselor® from AccessLex Institute® will help you estimate your expenses – and provide you with resources to create your strategic plan for managing bar study costs. Attendees will receive an entry into the annual MAX by AccessLex® Scholarship Drawings. |
One-on-One Financial Coaching Sessions with Natalie Daniels, AFC®, from the AccessLex Institute Center for Education and Financial Capability® | |
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When: | Monday, February 26, 2024 & Tuesday, February 27, 2024 (Times Vary by Appointment) |
Where: | Zoom |
Natalie Daniels is offering one-on-one financial counseling sessions with current students to discuss personal finance planning and strategies. This is a great chance for students to gain financial planning insight and advice from a personal finance expert. Natalie Daniels is an Accredited Financial Counselor (AFC®). |
UW Resources
Additional Resources
Tuition & Financial Aid Pages
Office of Student Financial Aid
333 East Campus Mall #9701, Madison, WI 53715
608-262-3060
Law School Admissions & Financial Aid Office
975 Bascom Mall, Room 4314, Madison, WI 53706
608-262-5914