Are you a current student facing a financial hardship that could keep you from reaching your goals at WCC? If you find yourself in this situation, an emergency grant from the Student Emergency Fund (SEF) may be the answer. Awards are based on individual needs and availability of funds.
Emergency grants can be used for urgent bills like:
- Shut-off notices (Must provide a copy of the shut-off notice)
- Unexpected car repairs (Must provide a copy of an estimate from a certified mechanic)
- Eviction notice (Must provide a copy of the eviction notice)
- Food
Examples of emergencies not covered:
- Health Insurance
- Car Insurance
- Study Abroad
- Medical Bills
- Legal Cost
Who is eligible?
To be eligible to apply for the Student Emergency Fund, you must:
- Be currently registered and attending class (instructors may be contacted)
- Have completed a semester and are making good academic progress towards your program of study
- Meet income guidelines
- Show unmet need
- Provide documentation if needed
- Not have received emergency funds during the current academic year
Your prior academic standing will be considered.
How do I apply?
- Submit the Student Emergency Fund Application electronically.
- Await for the committee to review your application. You will be notified of the committee’s decision through a message to your WCC email, usually within 24 hours.
The Student Emergency Fund is supported by generous donations to the WCC Foundation, and grants are determined by a Foundation committee. Since establishing this fund in 2017, the Foundation has provided essential emergency grants to students.
Applications for the student emergency fund are only open during active semesters. Please see the dates below for each semester:
- Fall Semester 2024: August 28, 2024 – December 15, 2024
- Winter Semester 2025: January 13, 2025 – May 5, 2025
- Spring/Summer Semester 2025: May 12, 2025 – August 4, 2025
Make sure to submit your application during these periods.