Emergency Funds
The application for CARES Act funding, and all other emergency aid funds for the spring semester closed June 5. Late applications are not being accepted.
The 2020-2021 emergency grant application will be opened Monday, August 24th, 2020. Information on eligibility requirements and how to apply for funding will be made available here on August 24th.
In the meantime, we would encourage you to explore community resources in your area that may be able to help you with items such as food, etc. If you are in the Lawrence area, you can find campus and community resources in the Lawrence area listed on our Campus & Community Resources page. You can find Covid-19 related resources listed on our Coronavirus Resources page.
If you have questions or concerns about your application, resources list on this website, or need guidance, please contact emergencyaid@ku.edu.
COVID-19 Emergency Funding from Spring 2020:
The Adams/Monroe Fund is for students who are experiencing financial hardship - usually an emergency situation or some type of unplanned, non-discretionary expense. Undergraduate and graduate students are eligible.
- Lawrence and Edwards Campus students only
- Be enrolled in at least 1 credit hour
- Be degree-seeking (cannot be in non-degree seeking status)
- Be in good academic standing - exceptions are made on a case by case basis
Expenses Covered
Expenses covered include, but are not limited to:
- Unexpected medical bills or prescriptions
- Unexpected car repairs
- Loss of property due to natural disasters or theft
- Travel expenses for a funeral
How to Apply
- Fill out the online Emergency Grant Application - The emergency grant application is currently closed and is not accepting further applications at this time.
The Dreammaker Fund is for students with a short-term, financial need. Many KU students encounter challenging times in their personal lives during college. The Dreammaker Fund attempts to make those challenging times a little easier by assisting with a piece of the financial burden on students with a one time fund.
Eligibility Requirements
- Lawrence and Edwards campus students only
- Must be a current KU student with financial need
- Student must provide documentation of financial need
Expenses Covered
How to Apply
- Fill out the online Emergency Grant Application - The emergency grant application is currently closed and is not accepting further applications at this time.
Contact Information for the Dreammaker Fund:
Phone: 785-864-4861 Email: amylong@ku.edu
The Office of Graduate Studies, along with Student Senate, has established a Graduate Student Emergency Fund to provide financial assistance to students who have immediate, unexpected expenses due to circumstances beyond their control due to the COVID-19 crisis. Circumstances are reviewed on a case by case basis.
Eligibility Requirements
- Lawrence and Edwards campus students only
- Must be a graduate student
- Student should be in good standing with the university
Expenses Covered/Not Covered
Typical expenses covered include, but are not limited to:
- Rent & utilities
- Medical expenses
- Personal expenses and/or Childcare/dependent related expenses (such as food, supplies, etc)
- Travel expenses
- Educational expenses, books, & supplies
- Replacement of property due to natural disasters
- Safety-related needs (short-term emergency shelter, changing locks, etc.)
- Other expenses reviewed on a case by case basis.
How to Apply
- Fill out the online Emergency Grant Application - The emergency grant application is currently closed and is not accepting further applications at this time.
- If you have questions about this fund, you can contact the Office of Graduate Studies to discuss your situation before applying.
Contact Information for the Office of Graduate Studies
Phone: 785-864-8040 Email: graduateawards@ku.edu
International Affairs has established the International Student Emergency Fund for international students who do not have other financial resources and have an unexpected financial need. This is a one-time award, meaning international students can only receive this fund once in their academic career at KU.
Eligibility Requirements
- Must be an international student
- Lawrence and Edwards campus students only
Expenses Covered
Typical expenses covered include:
- Housing expenses
- Tuition
- Medical expenses
How to Apply
- Fill out the online Emergency Grant Application - The emergency grant application is currently closed and is not accepting further applications at this time.
- If you have questions about this fund, you can contact International Support Services to discuss your situation before applying.
Contact Information for International Support Services
Phone: 785-864-3617 Email: iss@ku.edu
The Interpersonal Violence Fund provides financial assistance to students who have been impacted by sexual assault, violence and harassment, stalking, and/or intimate partner/dating violence.
Eligibility Requirements
- Student must be currently enrolled at KU and experiencing a temporary financial hardship due to an act of interpersonal violence.
Expenses Covered/Not Covered
Typical expenses covered include, but are not limited to:
- Safety-related needs (changing locks, housing relocation, etc.)
- Acute and post assault medical care
- Mental health treatment
- Bedding/clothing replacement
Expenses not typically covered:
- Tuition
- KU housing expenses
How to Apply
- Contact the CARE Coordinator at Watkins Health Services to discuss your situation. The CARE Coordinator is a confidential resource for students who have been impacted by any form of interpersonal violence.
Contact Information for the CARE Coordinator
Phone: 785-864-9255 Email: care@ku.edu
The Jayhawk Student Support Fund is available to undergraduate and graduate students who have encountered an unexpected financial obstacle that may be hindering their personal or academic success at KU.
Eligibility Requirements
- Lawrence campus students only
- Must be a current, degree-seeking student at KU - students who have been previously enrolled, but are not currently enrolled will be considered on a case by case basis if a pending balance is preventing them from re-enrolling at KU.
- Students must have exhausted all other funding resources, such as financial aid (including federal student loans), personal savings, or credit cards
- Preference is given to students who are in good academic standing
Expenses Covered/Not Covered
Typical expenses covered include, but are not limited to:
- Basic needs - food, rent, utilities, etc.
- Medications or medical bills related to medical care within the last 12 months
- Unforeseen transportation expenses (car repairs, bus passes, etc.)
- Childcare expenses
- Outstanding balances to KU that may be preventing a student from enrolling.
Expenses not typically covered:
- Routine medical expenses
- Conference travel
- Study abroad
- Outstanding bookstore charges
How to Apply
- Students must meet with a Student Support & Case Management representative to discuss their situation before being considered for this fund.
- Fill out the online Emergency Grant Application - The emergency grant application is currently closed and is not accepting further applications at this time.
Contact Information for Student Support & Case Management
Phone: 785-864-4060
The KU Endowment Association Loan Office provides long-term loans, as well as short-term and emergency loans to KU students. Students can use these loans to cover a variety of different expensespdiv>
Eligibility Requirements
Exceptions to these requirements are made on a case by case basis and must be discussed with the KU Endowment Loan office.
- Must be a current, degree-seeking student enrolled at least half-time
- Maintain a 2.0 cumulative KU GPA
- Have a cosigner on the loan - not applicable to independent or non-traditional students
How to Apply
Contact Information for KU Endowment Loan Office
Phone: 785-832-7450 Email: loanoffice@kuendowment.org
The Student Affairs Emergency Fund exists to provide financial assistance to students who have an immediate, unexpected expense due to circumstances beyond their control. The unexpected expense can be of an emergency or unplanned non-discretionary expense.
Eligibility Requirements
- Lawrence and Edwards campus students only
- Must be an undergraduate student - this excludes online students.
- Students should be in good academic standing with the university - typically defined as maintaining a 2.0 GPA or above.
- Students are generally asked to meet with Student Money Management Services before they will be considered for this fund.
Expenses Covered/Not Covered
Typical expenses include, but are not limited to:
- Educational books & supplies
- Replacement of belongings due to natural disasters
- Safety-related needs (short-term emergency shelter, changing locks, etc.)
- Overdue rent & utilities
Expenses not typically covered:
- Tuition expenses
- Other expenses that are considered expected or planned expenses.
How to Apply
- Fill out the online Emergency Grant Application - The emergency grant application is currently closed and is not accepting further applications at this time.
- If you have questions about this fund, you can contact Student Affairs or Student Money Management Services to discuss your situation.
Eligibility Requirements
- Lawrence campus students only
- Must be currently enrolled.
- Must a KU student in your senior year of your undergradaute degree, or a KU Graduate Student.
Expenses Covered/Not Covered
Typical expenses covered include, but are not limited to:
- Educational books & supplies
- Graduate exam (GRE, LSAT, etc.) application fees
- Conference travel
- Job/graduate school interview costs
Expenses not typically covered:
- Medical needs/expenses
How to Apply
- Fill out the online Emergency Grant Application - The emergency grant application is currently closed and is not accepting further applications at this time.
Contact Information for Emily Taylor Center
Phone: 785-864-1143 Email: emilytaylorcenter@ku.edu
Eligibility Requirements
- Degree seeking, Lawrence campus students only. Online only students are not eligible.
- Must be currently enrolled/maintain enrollment during the semester that they receive the plan. The dining plan will be deactivated if a student withdraws.
- Must be in good academic standing
- Students can only receive the dining plan once per semester, twice per academic year.
- A student may be required to meet with Student Money Management Services to discuss financial management or with the Registered Dietician for KU Dining Services to discuss nutrition and affordable meal planning.
Expenses Covered/Not Covered
How to Apply
- Fill out the online Emergency Grant Application - The emergency grant application is currently closed and is not accepting further applications at this time.