Emergency help for unexpected expenses
If you are an undergraduate student based primarily on the Wooster campus and facing a short-term financial emergency, Ohio State ATI may be able to help.
What this fund is for
The Wooster Campus Undergraduate Emergency Aid Fund supports students facing sudden, unexpected expenses that could make it hard to stay enrolled or attend class.
This fund is for short-term emergencies. It does not usually cover ongoing or expected costs like tuition, fees or regular housing expenses.
Examples of emergency expenses
This fund may help with urgent needs such as:
- Eviction or risk of eviction
- Utility shut-off
- Car repair needed to travel to campus
- Medical bills
- Other urgent needs reviewed on a case-by-case basis
Not sure if your situation qualifies?
Who can apply?
You may be eligible if you:
- are an undergraduate student enrolled primarily on the Wooster campus
- are in good academic standing with at least a 2.0 GPA
- have a FAFSA on file
- have already used available financial aid options
- have not received this emergency fund more than once during the academic year
Extenuating circumstances may be considered.
Note: You may be asked to provide documentation of your need. Some students may also be asked to complete one academic coaching session and one financial counseling session.
Not based primarily on the Wooster campus?
Visit the Ohio State Student Advocacy website for other support options.
Ohio State Student AdvocacyHow to apply
The application is a secure online form and usually takes about 10–15 minutes to complete. You will need to sign in with your Ohio State credentials.
Tell us about your financial emergency and how it is affecting your ability to continue your studies.
Your application helps us understand:
- what happened
- how urgent the situation is
- what kind of support may help most
Be as clear and specific as you can.
You may be asked to upload documents related to your emergency, such as:
- a car repair estimate
- a utility shut-off notice
- an eviction notice
If you are unsure what to submit, contact us before completing the form.
Important note
Do not upload medical records or documentation about medical conditions or procedures.
If your emergency is medical, contact us directly for next steps.
After your application is reviewed, you will receive a decision through your Ohio State email.
If approved, your email will explain:
- your award amount
- how funds will be distributed
- any next steps you need to complete
You may be contacted if more information is needed.
Funds are usually applied to your student account. In some cases, payment to a third party may be considered.
Need help?
If you have questions about the Emergency Fund or need help with the application, contact Katie LeMasters or Academic Affairs.
Privacy
Information submitted through the Emergency Fund application may be shared only with university offices that need it to review or process your request, or as required by university policy or law.
Your personal information is not shared with donors.