Eligibility and Information About the Fund
Q: Am I eligible to receive an emergency grant?
Emergency grants are available to current EMS students who have successfully completed at least one semester within the last year and have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0.
Q: What is the maximum amount I can request?
The maximum grant is $250.
Q: What are examples of emergencies?
Examples of emergencies include, but are not limited to:extraordinary circumstances, such as loss of a job, loss of a parent, car repairs, living expenses, food, books and supplies for course work, transportation and travel costs.
Q: What does not qualify as an “emergency”?
Tuition and Fees (For more information, view Penn State's tuition and fees schedule)
Note: Students are required to meet with the EMS Scholarship Coordinator upon completing the Emergency Grant application. Summary of spending is required before the end of the semester.
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