Student Emergency Fund
Summer 2025: The application will open on Monday, June 2nd for Summer enrolled students.
Emergency funds assist students in meeting financial needs as a result of an unexpected event or emergency. The purpose of this funds is to assist students in extenuating circumstances stay enrolled in college and progress toward graduation, while connecting students with resources that best meet their needs. We encourage students to explore additional resources available to them throughout the Basic Needs Center.
Funds are limited. Due to the very high volume of application submissions, appointments and requests may take one to two weeks to process your request.
Post appointment: You will be contacted as soon as possible regarding the status of
your application and/or request.
The Basic Needs Center and Allan Hancock College is actively working on alternative
means to help students meet their needs. Even if you do not meet all eligibility criteria
for emergency funding, the Basic Needs Center will work with you one-on-one to connect
you with available resources that can support you in your need.
If you are requesting emergency funding and are a credit student and eligible, ensure
you have completed your FAFSA or CA Dream Act Application. To receive emergency funding,
you will need to select a refund preference with BankMobile Disbursements, a technology solution, powered by BMTX, Inc.
For instructions on setting up Bankmobile, click here. For in-person support with Bankmobile, visit Cashier in Building A or contact Cashier Services at 805-922-6966, ext. 3270 or 3582.
APPLY FOR THE EMERGENCY FUND THROUGH THE BASIC NEEDS INTAKE FORM.
To ensure equitable distribution of emergency funds, all applications are assessed
on a case-by-case basis. Not all students will receive emergency funds.
Summer Intake Form
Students MUST be enrolled in the current semester to receive resources. The application is currently
open for Summer ONLY enrolled students.
The maximum award per semester is $500.
Please note, emergency fund requests may be denied, partially funded, or fully funded.
We will also review applications on a case-by-case basis. You may receive additional financial support based on extenuating hardships and the availability of funds.
Applicants must meet all of the following:
- Currently enrolled at Allan Hancock College in either credit or noncredit coursework
- Has completed a FAFSA or CA Dream Act Application (if eligible to), and has unmet need. Those not eligible for FAFSA (i.e. undocumented and international students) can still submit this Emergency Aid request.
- Is in good disciplinary standing at the College (not on probation or suspension)
- Provides supporting documentation to their request.
Alternative resources may be explored for those not eligible based on above criteria.
Unexpected emergencies covered by the Emergency Fund include:
- Housing costs or repairs
- Utilities - gas, phone, electric, water/trash
- Medical Emergency expenses
- Emergency automotive repairs due to car accidents within the last 6 months, car theft, loss of job, and/or reduction in work hours
- Supplies for Learning - books and stationery
- DACA renewal fees
- Emergency medical/dental/vision expenses
Costs not covered by the emergency fund:
- Tuition Fees
- Daily expected car maintenance (oil changes, brakes, tires)
- Fees for other colleges
- Fees for parking permits, parking tickets, moving violations, traffic school, or expenses related to violation of regulations/laws
- General credit card debt – request needs to be tied to a specific unexpected or emergency cost
- Reimbursements
You will NOT need to pay back any emergency funds provided by the Basic Needs Office.
Due to the high volume of requests, please allow for 1-2 weeks from the time of your request to receive funds if approved.
A representative from the Basic Needs Office will contact you within 72 business days of submission of your application for a brief interview and needs assessment. Please be aware that during the first 4 weeks of school, application processing does take longer due to high volume of applications received.
We encourage you to review other resources available on the Basic Needs Center website.