Emergency Aid
The Dallas College Emergency Aid program aims to provide swift and temporary relief to students, enabling them to overcome financial barriers and remain focused on their studies.
Emergency Aid is meant to provide limited assistance to currently enrolled Dallas College students who are experiencing a sudden emergency. Emergencies are defined as urgent, unforeseen and non-recurring. (Please note: Funding is not guaranteed.)
Eligibility Requirements
To be eligible, you must meet the following criteria:
- Must be enrolled in the current semester.
- Must be 18 years or older.
- Must have exhausted all financial aid and community resource options.
- Must be able to provide proof or documentation of the emergency.
Expenses Covered:
- Minor car repairs
- Replacement of essential personal belongings or temporary housing needs due to fire, flood, theft or natural disaster.
- Hardships resulting from death in immediate family or illness.
- Other emergency situations that may impact your ability to fully participate in your academic enrollment.
Expenses Not Covered:
- Common life occurrences such as monthly bills, rent, car payments, major car repairs, car insurance, major home repairs, legal expenses, debt, loans, eviction.
- Expenses incurred because of poor financial management.
How to Apply for Emergency Aid
- Step 1: Complete the Student Care Referral Form.
- Step 2: Check your school email.
- Step 3: Meet with your assigned care coordinator to discuss your situation and determine internal and external resources available.
- Step 4: You will be notified of a decision. If you are approved, you will be notified via email within 3-5 business days. This timeframe does not include disbursement.
Please note: The Dallas College Emergency aid fund is not guaranteed. Any fraud or intentional deception on the part of the applicant can lead to a conduct violation.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much money can be awarded?
$500 max depending on funding availability.
What documentation is needed?
- Students must show documentation like itemized receipts, invoices, disconnection notices for essential utility bills, etc.
- The student’s active class schedule for the current semester.
- Proof that community resources were contacted if applicable. This may look like email confirmations from the community resource.
What if I am not approved or have long-term needs?
We encourage students who may not have met the criteria for emergency aid or demonstrated a sustained need to connect with your student care coordinator for ongoing support.
Through personalized care coordination services, students can explore various avenues, including financial literacy, budgeting education, scholarship opportunities and assistance with FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) applications. Active engagement in these services can positively influence future emergency aid applications. We are here to help you thrive!
Do I need to repay the funds?
No. Unlike a loan, money awarded through this fund does not need to be repaid.
How often can I apply?
Students can apply for emergency aid assistance whenever in financial need; however, aid will only be granted once per semester per student dependent upon funding availability.
Complete the Student Care Referral Form to apply for Emergency Aid. Please email Connections@DallasCollege.edu or call 972-669-6400 for more information.
