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EMERGENCY AID

Are You Experiencing Unexpected Financial Hardship?

Texas A&M University is committed to your success including overcoming temporary financial hardships. The following resources are available in time of temporary financial hardship.
   

Emergency Aid Application

This application is for students requesting emergency aid for Summer 2020.

Click on the link above and follow the guidance below to submit an application if you have unforeseen financial expenses related to the COVID-19 pandemic or other unexpected event(s).

In the Financial Aid Portal, ensure Academic Year 2019-2020 is selected and click on the Helpful Links page (on the left) to apply.
 
The application for Summer 2020 will close July 15, 2020. 

The application for Fall 2020 will be available July 16, 2020.

My FAFSA information has changed

If you or your family are experiencing extreme changes to your financial situation (i.e., loss of employment, medical expenses, separation/divorce), we may be able to adjust your FAFSA to reflect your current situation more accurately.

Short-Term Loan

I need money to help me pay rent, buy food,
books or other educational related expenses
(including Aggie Rings).

Short-Term Loans (STL) must be repaid in a one to twelve-month period.   
 

I need temporary help with
paying tuition and fees

The Emergency Tuition and Fees Loan (ETFL) is available for this purpose 
 

Student Assistance Services

Student Assistance Services seeks to connect Texas A&M University students with guidance, resources, and support to address a variety of personal and academic matters. 

 

Additional Resources

Money Education Center

Learn how to:
Budget Your Money
Repay Student Loans
Plan for Your Future and More

211 Texas Program

2-1-1 Texas, connecting people and services.


 

Government Assistance

Benefits.gov
 

Food Resources

On and off-campus food pantries are available.