Emergency Grant

WPO 5.08-15      Emergency Grant Fund (Op5.08-23)

The Emergency Grant is a one-time grant designed to assist students who are experiencing circumstances creating substantial financial need that could negatively impact their ability to complete the semester or continue enrollment.  Students who indicate there is an extraordinary circumstance that cannot be satisfied through other aid sources should contact the Office of Financial Aid to submit the Emergency Grant request form and provide explanation of the need for the grant.  Faculty and staff members should refer students to the Office of Financial Aid when they become aware of a student’s financial concerns.  Requests are reviewed and approved by the Emergency Grant committee.

Award amounts will be determined by the Committee based on the student’s eligibility and circumstances but typically do not exceed $250.  No student may receive more than one Emergency Grant in an academic year, and it is not a renewable award.  Emergency grant funds are limited and once the available funds have been awarded for a given fiscal year, no additional students will be considered.

Line of authority

Responsible administrator and office: Vice Chancellor of Student Services

Contact person in that office: Coordinator of Financial Aid

Chancellor Approval: