Student Emergency Fund Application
The Student Emergency Funding application provides an opportunity for WWU students to apply for financial assistance* to alleviate or minimize an unforeseen financial barrier. The Student Emergency Fund runs on a quarterly basis beginning on the 5th day of the quarter and closing on the Friday before finals week.
Funding is intended to address an expense to support enrollment, persistence, and completion and is reserved for students who experience unexpected expenses only. Requests are not generally granted for regular, ongoing expenses such as rent & utility bills or tuition & fees. However, the Student Emergency Funding committee may approve such requests due to other emergency and unexpected circumstances. Typical award amounts range from $500-$1,000.
*All applicants will be considered for any available emergency funds including, but not limited to, the Student Emergency Fund, the Student of Color Success Fund, Western Gap Scholarship, Biella Foundation Emergency Scholarship, Undocumented Student Resource Fund, and Emergency MicroGrant. In addition, students may be considered for departmental emergency funding based on their major or field of study.
Eligibility Criteria
- Applicants must be enrolled during quarter of application.
- The financial hardship must have occurred recently or during quarter of application.
- Applicants should complete the current year financial aid application (FAFSA or WASFA) if eligible to complete.
- Generally, applicants should accept all financial aid offered to them, including student loans offered to them due to limited emergency funding.
Due to a high volume of requests, please allow 7-10 business days for review. Please note that some awards may require additional steps for disbursement, such as completion of an Acceptance Form and a letter of gratitude. If awarded, you will be provided information on any additional requirements.
