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Basic Needs Funding Application

If you are considering dropping your classes due to financial hardship, the Basic Needs Fund may be able to assist you. The Basic Needs Funding Application is designed to support students experiencing a “one-time only” financial challenge that may affect their ability to remain enrolled and successfully complete the current quarter. Eligible students may receive up to $2,500 in assistance, depending on individual circumstances and available funding. If you are facing financial challenges, we encourage you to apply and explore the resources available to help you continue your educational journey.

Basic Needs Funds do not provide long-term financial support. There is limited funding each quarter, and not all requests can be awarded.

Students may be awarded Basic Needs funds one time per academic year (from the beginning of the Summer quarter to the end of the Spring quarter of the following year).

Submitting an emergency funding request does not guarantee funding. Due to limited funding, we cannot guarantee that students will receive funding even if they meet the minimum qualifications. Funding is available on a first-come, first-served basis, and first-time applicants for funding.

Some Eligible One-Time Expenses may include:

  • Assistance with overdue rent which could result in eviction and in situations that are beyond your control
  • Utility bills that have become overdue due to situations that are beyond your control (electricity, water, Wi-Fi, phone bills)
  • Transportation expenses (unexpected car repair/maintenance, bus fare, etc.)
  • Medical emergency expenses, eyeglasses, or help with necessary dental work
  • Parenting/Child-related emergency expenses
  • School-related Books
  • Technology is required and necessary for your training (Computer, Wi-Fi, etc.)
  • Food
  • Being the victim of a crime/theft

Some expenses/situations we cannot fund include:

  • Tuition
  • Class Fees
  • Past debt (school debt, credit cards, loans, etc.)
  • Everyday living expenses that are not of an emergency nature
  • Child Support
  • Requests for reimbursement

Application opens every third week of the quarter.

How to Apply

  • To apply for Basic Needs Funding Application , Seattle Central Basic Needs Application - Intellistack
  • Please allow for 2 weeks to review your application by the committee.
  • After completing the request form, please check your emails often. This is the main form of communication regarding your eligibility for Basic Needs funding.
  • NOTE: We cannot offer Basic Needs Funds assistance to Continuing Education and Self-paced students at Seattle Central College.

For questions about Basic Needs contact: centralbasicneeds@seattlecolleges.edu