Washington Emergency Relief Grant for Undocumented Students
Are you an EvCC student experiencing financial hardship due to COVID-19?
Everett Community College is committed to supporting your continued education. The Washington Emergency Relief Grant Application is currently available to support eligible Washington resident students who demonstrate financial need, but do not qualify for federally-funded student financial aid due to their immigration status. We understand that you may be experiencing additional expenses due to coronavirus (COVID-19). We may have additional financial resources to assist you. Please note: students who have already filed a 2020-21 WASFA and are enrolled for the Spring 2021 Quarter will automatically be considered for receiving Emergency Relief Grant funds.
Who is eligible to apply for the Emergency Relief Grant?
In order to be eligible for the Emergency Relief Grant, you must meet the following criteria:
1. You are a Washington state resident student.
2. You have a demonstrated financial need.
3. You are meeting EvCC’s Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy (SAP)
4. You do not qualify for federally funded student financial aid programs due to citizenship status.
5. You must be enrolled at Everett Community College for Spring 2021.
If you have already completed and received grant awards through the 2020-21 WASFA, you do not need to complete this application. The Financial Aid Office will determine if you qualify for the emergency funds, based on the WASFA information, and will notify you. If you have any questions about your WASFA application status, please contact Ana Pulgar, Financial Aid Specialist 2 at 425-388-9305 or apulgar@everettcc.edu.
How to Apply
EvCC is accepting applications now. The online Washington Emergency Relief Grant Application will be available until 5 p.m. on May 30th.
Process
Applications will be accepted until May 30th, 2021. You will be notified before June 5th, 2021, for Spring quarter only.
Awarding of funds is made on a case-by-case basis. The maximum amount awarded for Spring quarter 2021 will be $2,000. A limited amount of funds are available. Please allow five business days for your application to be processed.
Results or requests for additional information will be communicated via email or phone.
Funds will be disbursed upon approval. Funding will be disbursed through your refund preference established with BankMobile. Please be sure your current address is on file with Enrollment Services. You may confirm or update your address and contact information through your MyEvCC Portal.
For more information about BankMobile visit: https://bankmobiledisbursements.com/how-it-works/. Please contact EvCC’s Financial Aid Office for additional information about establishing your refund disbursement preference. Please email the Financial Aid & Scholarships Office at fin_aid@everettcc.edu if you have any questions about the application or disbursement process.
Questions and Answers
What kinds of expenses are allowable?
Expenses have expanded to include tuition,housing and any component of the cost of attendance. Here are some examples:
- Computer Hardware/Software (examples: laptop, webcam, printer, router, hotspot, wifi, internet)
- Living Expenses (examples: student housing, rent, utilities, childcare)
- The cost of going to EvCC (examples: tuition, lab fees, books)
How much can I apply for?
Awarding of funds is made on a case-by-case basis. The maximum amount awarded for Spring quarter 2021 will be $2000. Please be aware that there is a limited amount of funding available, and we may not be able to support all emergency funds requests.
Does the money need to be repaid?
No, money received through this fund does not need to be repaid.
Would this funding reduce my financial aid?
No, this fund does not negate nor replace financial aid, and it is a one-time grant.
Who can I contact if I have questions about my immigration status or my WASFA status?
Contact Ana Pulgar, Financial Aid Specialist 2 at 425-388-9305 or apulgar@everettcc.edu.