If a financial emergency is preventing you from paying for immediate, essential expenses — such as food, housing, or medical expenses — we are here to help. Read on to learn about campus resources available for students to help with emergency financial support.
Emergency Support
The Office of Student Financial Aid offers financial support options for students with current emergency circumstances that are preventing them from meeting immediate and essential expenses.
Crisis Loans
The Dean of Students office offers short-term loans and grants to help when unexpected life events or circumstances cause students financial hardship.
DDEEA Emergency Support
If the options above are insufficient or unable to meet your needs, you may be eligible for additional financial support of up to $500 from the Division of Diversity, Equity & Educational Achievement (DDEEA). To be eligible for DDEEA financial assistance, you must be a current student actively enrolled in the semester you are seeking assistance and affiliated with a DDEEA student program (see the complete list of programs) or the DDEEA Internship Program.
If you meet those conditions, talk with your program advisor or a program administrator about how to apply for emergency financial support.
This document provides support resources in the community beyond campus.
Crisis Hotline
Financial emergencies can cause intense emotional and psychological stress. If you need someone to talk to, or if you’re concerned about the well-being of someone else, call the UHS 24-hour Crisis Services hotline at 608-265-5600 (option 9).
