Emergency Grant Program

What is the Emergency Grant Program?

The Emergency Grant Program at Ohio State Newark is a limited fund, which provides assistance with unusual and unexpected temporary emergencies. Emergency Grant funds may not be used for tuition, fees and most educational expenses. While the typical amount awarded is $500, the maximum amount of assistance is subject to available funds and the decision of the emergency grant review committee.

Who is eligible to apply for an Emergency Grant?

• Applicants enrolled in six credit hours or more on the Newark Campus the term the grant is requested
  • If enrolled in courses at Newark and another campus, most hours must be at Newark
  • Emergency grants are not awarded during periods of non-enrollment or breaks
• Applicants meeting SAP (Satisfactory Academic Progress)
• Applicants who have submitted the current year Free Application  for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
• Applicants who can provide documentation that funds are needed for an emergency
• Applicants with a zero balance for the current term statement of account

How do I apply for an Emergency Grant?

• Log into Scholarship Universe.
• In the search bar in the upper right corner, search “Newark Emergency Grant.”
• If you meet the general requirements, answer the last question “Do you have an emergency, unforeseen expense that is impeding your education?” by clicking “Yes.”
• Click “apply” to start the application process.
• Review everything entered. All previous steps can be revisited before submitting. Once submitted, you cannot make changes to the application.
• Once you have reviewed and confirmed all information is correct, click “Submit” in the lower right corner.
• IMPORTANT: You must email nwk-studentfinancialservices@osu.edu to notify Student Financial Services that you have applied for funding.