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Emergency Aid for Students


Life can hit you with unpredictable circumstances and unexpected costs. The purpose of the Virginia Commonwealth Emergency Assistance Fund is to provide short-term financial assistance to enrolled undergraduate students with demonstrated financial need who experience unforeseen emergencies that would disrupt progress to term completion or degree attainment at Eastern Shore Community College. 

Types of Aid Include:

  • Housing
  • Technology
  • Transportation
  • Other

Students must be currently enrolled at Eastern Shore Community College and domiciled in Virginia. If you have any questions about domicile requirements, please refer to the information provided at Domicile Information

Application Steps:

·         Complete Eastern Shore Community College’s designated Virginia Commonwealth Emergency Assistance Fund application. 

·         Application will be reviewed by the designated committee and awarded based on a consensus agreement, prioritization of other outstanding applications and available funds.

·         Students will be notified as soon as circumstances require and expediency permits.

Application for Emergency Assistance

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