Emergency Assistance Funds (Available for all students)

Student Emergency Assistance Fund

This fund was established to aid students facing critical emergency situations. Assistance is limited to one occurrence any academic year and may be returned as a gift to the fund at any time. Students, faculty, or staff member may initiate action once they have determined there is a true emergency situation. Students can complete the online emergency application. Once that has been determined, the faculty or staff member should notify the Director of Financial Aid or the Vice President Student Services indicating the students needs. These funds are contingent upon availability.

Finish Line Grant

Caldwell Community College & Technical Institute is offering the Finish Line grants to qualified CCC&TI students. The Finish Line Grant is available by application to eligible student who are facing financial emergencies that may prevent them from completing their credential.

Students enrolled in a community college program leading to a credential that will enhance the student’s employment opportunities and meets the following may be eligible:

• 18 years of age or older
• A citizen of, or eligible to work in, the United States
• Be in good academic standing (minimum 2.0 GPA)

Finish Line Grants only assist with direct payments to vendors for allowable expenses such as:

• Transportation assistance and auto repairs (excluding regular maintenance)
• Child care expenses
• Utilities (internet)
• Medical needs
• Accommodations for individuals with disabilities

Eligible students wanting to discuss the unplanned financial emergency must contact studentsuccess@cccti.edu. An application is available online.