Privateer Emergency Fund

Does an unanticipated financial emergency have you down? Are you considering dropping your classes? Through the generosity of donors, University of New Orleans has a student emergency fund to help keep you on track to reach your academic and career goals.

Students may seek emergency aid for a host of reasons including:

Replacement or repair of laptops and academic technology
Tickets to travel home or to see family in an emergency
Medical bills (hospital, vision, dental)
Unanticipated car repair bills

Complete the application to let us know about your needs.

What to expect after you submit an application:

Applications are reviewed on a regular basis.
Staff might reach out via your UNO email address to follow up with questions or to request any needed documentation.
We may not be able to provide funding to fulfill your entire request, but we will do what we can.

Application

Who is eligible?
Degree-seeking undergraduate and graduate students are eligible to apply.
- Students must be currently enrolled in at least 6 credits at UNO and must be admitted as degree-seeking students.
- If you are eligible to complete the FAFSA, you must have a FAFSA on file.
- Complete Emergency Fund Application must be submitted.
- If requested, applicants must meet with a UNO staff member to discuss their application.
When will I receive the emergency aid?

The team will review applications and distribute grants on a regular basis.
How much will I receive?

A student can receive a grant for emergency expenses up to $500, but because funds are limited, most awards will be less than the maximum allowable.
Will the funds need to be paid back?

No, students will not be required to pay back the funds.
Can I apply for funding more than once?

Yes. A student may apply once per semester, for a maximum of 2 semesters.
Will the emergency fund award affect my financial aid or scholarships?

No, the emergency fund award does not affect your financial aid or scholarships.