Review these questions and answers if you’re seeking information about the Student Success Fund.
- Please allow for two (2) weeks for the application to be reviewed and payment to be processed into your account.
- Once reviewed and approved, it should take up to an additional two (2) weeks for processing and payment into your account.
We ask that students make a good attempt to find a duplicate copy or show the debited amount from their bank account. Consistently lost receipts may hinder the students’ ability to apply for future requests.
Please list in the notes option when uploading your receipt what items shown in the receipt grant funding covered.
We ask students with emergency situations to complete an application and reach out directly via email to alert the Student Success Fund Manager of the situation. This additional step is only for emergency situations.
Yes. The Student Success Fund Manager will work with Student Financial Services to determine if you have financial need.
Yes. The Student Success Fund Manager will work with Student Financial Services to determine if you have financial need.
Yes. Graduate students are eligible for funding through the Black Alumni Emergency Fund but applicants must be able to demonstrate how they contribute to the diversity of the university. This support is only able to go up to $500 if approved.
- Tuition
- Housing deposits/damages
- Housing/Rent
- Clothing (seasonal, shoes, etc.)
- Technology (including computers/laptops, phone repairs, software, etc.)
- Recurring bills including utilities, and cell phone bills (excludes mental health expenses)
- Textbooks, course fees
- Meal plans
- Taxes
- Study abroad (all costs except passport and visa)
- Bear Bucks
- Parking or parking tickets
- iPads and AirPods