UAlbany Student Emergency Fund

UAlbany is one of seven SUNY campuses included in a student pilot program for those experiencing an unforeseen financial hardship or emergency, with the goal of keeping more students on track towards graduation.

Who/What Is Covered?

Emergency funding will be given to undergraduate students who are facing an unexpected emergency such as theft, fire, domestic violence, homelessness or the threat of eviction, a medical emergency, natural disaster, and/or loss of employment. Examples of eligible expenses include rent, utilities, clothing, furniture, medical expenses, back-up child care, back-up transportation, and replacement of stolen items needed for school.

To be eligible for funds a student must:

• Have an emergency need supported by documentation
• Have exhausted all other financial possibilities (including loan options)
• Be a current matriculated undergraduate student at UAlbany
• Registered for a minimum of 6 credit hours
• Possess a 2.0 cumulative GPA
• Not be a referred party in a student conduct case that could result in suspension or dismissal from the University

How is funding approval determined?

Support will be allocated to students based on their eligibility and an assessment of their documented financial emergency.

Are students required to pay this funding back to the University?

No. These are emergency grants. The program is supported by the Gerstner Family Foundation and the Heckscher Foundation for Children.

Are graduate students eligible?

Only undergraduates are eligible for this program. However, graduate students facing similar circumstances as outlined above should email ualbanycares@albany.edu to discuss other avenues of support.

Where can I learn more and apply for funding?

Students who meet the criteria above can complete an application on UAlbany Student Emergency Fund website. Once your application is received, you will be contacted for a personal interview. If you have additional questions, please contact ualbanycares@albany.edu.

General information on the program can also be found on the SUNY website.