Emergency Hardship Fund
Helping students deserving of an education in the time they need it most.
Utah State University’s Emergency Hardship Fund provides grants to students who have encountered circumstances that otherwise cause them to drop out of school. Whether you are a student looking to apply or a donor looking to help, you can find all of the information here.
Potential Recipients Evaluation
Students who apply will undergo an extensive review process to determine their level of need, the necessary funds needed, and the area of assistance the grant will cover. Awards are contingent on available funding.
Students will be evaluated on:
- Extenuating circumstance
- Other financial aid received
- Other resource inquiries
Possible Reasons for Denial
- Not a matriculated active student currently enrolled full time at USU
- Has not tried to obtain assistance from other sources
- USU Institutionals GPA must be 2.75 or greater
- Have not completed one full time semester at USU
- Have not completed FAFSA
- Need index is zero
- Estimated Family Contribution greater that $20,000
- Have received more that $1,500 total in hardship grants
- Undergraduate students must accept all subsidized loans
- Graduate students must accept all federal loans
Students Seeking Assistance
Get the help you need with assistance in the following areas:
- Medical and health
- Living expenses
- Rent and utilities
- Groceries
Make a Donation
Your donation ensures students in difficult times can continue their education, creating a strong foundation of stability for the rest of their lives.