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Emergency Assistance Grants

One of the top reasons why students drop out of school is because of unforeseen financial emergencies. Before you make a big decision, explore your options. An Emergency Assistance Grant aims to provide financial support to students who encounter an unforeseen financial emergency that would otherwise prevent them from continuing their education at WCTC.

Eligible students may receive up to $500 for emergency expenses during the academic year.

WCTC Financial Aid Office

About Emergency Funds

  • The goal of these funds is to help students during a time of financial need to remain in school and progress toward their desired certificate, diploma or degree.
  • This funding is not intended to replace or supplement existing financial aid and does not have to be repaid.
  • Students may only apply for funds when they have exhausted all other resources, such as community programs, family financial support or financial aid available to them through state and federal aid programs.

Who is eligible for funding?

In order to receive emergency funding, a student must be:

  • Actively enrolled in at least six credits
  • Admitted to a WCTC associate degree, technical diploma or certificate
  • In good academic standing

Financial aid recipients may have additional requirements.

Expenses covered may include:

  • Medical
  • Transportation (e.g. car repairs)
  • Childcare
  • Housing
  • Utilities (e.g. gas, electric, internet)

Expenses not covered include:

  • Tuition, textbooks or student fees
  • Alcohol or tobacco
  • Groceries (Visit our Campus Cupboard for nutritional assistance)
  • Entertainment
  • Legal services or legal violations

Get in Touch

Our friendly financial aid advisors provide comprehensive, one-on-one support to WCTC students. If you are eligible for emergency funds, you will be asekd to provide documentation demonstrating your need (e.g. a copy of your utility bill if you need utility support).

Appointments are available in person, virtually via Zoom or by phone.

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