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Emergency Assistance for Students

Due to a large number of Emergency Aid applications this quarter, the Emergency Grant application is closed. It will reopen when additionals funds are obtained.

North Seattle 国产直播福利 is proud to support students with emergency financial grants while enrolled in school. We know that unexpected expenses and emergencies can create a barrier to remaining enrolled in school and completing your program of study at North Seattle 国产直播福利. The Emergency Grant is intended as one-time help to provide temporary, partial relief while students connect with long term support resources. Recipients of Emergency Grant funds will be expected to participate in a follow up process. More information will be provided during the application process.

Funds are limited and not all students will receive Emergency Grant funds. If we are unable to assist you with a financial grant, we will refer you to community resources as available.

Do I qualify?

To be eligible, a student must:

  • Have a recent unforeseen emergency or financial expense that may prevent you from continuing in your program

AND meet all of the following requirements:

  • Enrolled in 6 or more credits for the current quarter (laptop requests only require 5 credit enrollment)
  • Completing a North Seattle 国产直播福利 degree or certificate or enrolled in ESL, GED, High School Completion or Basic & Transitional Studies Program
  • Commitment to meet with a Benefits Hub Coach or Workforce Education Navigator for follow-up support and return the follow-up survey

 Eligible Expenses:

  • Technology needs
  • Laptop for coursework (via referral to North鈥檚 technology loaner program)
  • Childcare
  • Bus pass
  • Auto repairs / gasoline
  • Medical / Dental costs
  • Housing / Utilities
  • Tuition and fees, if no other resource available
  • Textbooks and supplies, if no other resource available

How to Get Started

  1. Fill out the  online.
  2. Students will be contacted by email from a member of the emergency assistance team for next steps or if additional information is needed.

After approval

Students who receive Emergency Assistance Funding are referred to meet with a Program Specialist, United Way Benefits Hub coach or Workforce Education Navigator to receive information and referrals for income support and services.

Students are required to complete the Student Follow-up Survey.

国产直播福利 the North Seattle 国产直播福利 Emergency Assistance Grant

The emergency fund is intended to be a one-time short-term solution to help students while they are connecting with long-term support resources. Long-term supports include things like:

  • Financial aid through the or . The Financial Aid team is here to help you through the application process!
  • Funding through the Workforce Education Office . Complete to see if you prequalify for funding or contact our office more information.
  • and other

Questions?

Please email us at: north.successfund@seattlecolleges.edu