Emergency Aid Application

    Having a financial emergency does not mean you must decide between staying in school or dropping out to pay bills. If you are experiencing a financial emergency, the Fowler Emergency Fund Grant might be able to help.

    For purposes of this grant program, a financial emergency is defined as an unforeseen expense that, if not resolved quickly, could lead to a student’s departure from the University and loss of momentum toward degree completion. This emergency should pose a significant barrier to success. 

    The Fowler Emergency Grant can help with:

    • Rent to prevent eviction
    • Utility shut-off notices
    • Child Care
    • Other emergency expenses

    Eligibility Criteria

    • Applicants must be enrolled in the current term
    • Applicants must be US Citizens or Permanent Residents (International Students and CSU Global Students not eligible)
    • Applicants must have a completed FAFSA on file (Click here to complete a FAFSA)
    • Applicants will be asked to provide documentation (a lease, repair bill, etc.) 

    Things to Know:

    • Consideration for the emergency grant is determined through an application process and is not automatic.
    • Priority funding consideration will be granted to first-time applicants. 
    • The application must be filled out completely and thoroughly for the committee to review. Any incomplete application will be denied. 
    • Documentation must be ready to submit when completing the application- please have the most recent lease, bills, etc. ready when applying.
    Please select all that apply to describe your emergency grant need.
    Please select all that apply to describe your emergency grant need.

    Would you be willing to receive partial payment if not approved for full amount?
    Would you be willing to receive partial payment if not approved for full amount?
    Please Verify Each of the Following Eligibility Criteria
    Please Verify Each of the Following Eligibility Criteria
    Students must fully complete this application to be considered. Incomplete applications will be denied and sent back to student to complete. Completing an application does not guarantee full or partial funding and all requests will be reviewed before a decision is made. Students can submit for any/and all areas of need. If you need assistance filling out the application, please reach out to the CARE team by emailing magnusacts@csuohio.edu and a care manager will assist you. Applicants that are approved for funding will be automatically referred to CARE for additional support.