MATC Student Emergency Grant Application (Spring 2026)

MATC Student Emergency Grant Application (2025-2026 Academic Year)
Before you begin:

Emergency grants are meant to help with unexpected, one-time financial emergencies that affect a student's ability to complete the semester. These are not meant for ongoing or chronic financial hardships.

To be eligible you must meet ALL of the following criteria:

1. Be actively enrolled in at least 6 credits in the current semester

2. Have completed one post secondary-education semester at MATC

3. Received a GPA of 2.0 or greater in most recently attended semester at MATC

4. Have a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher

5. Semester completion rate of 67% or higher for most recently attended semester at MATC

6. Cumulative completion rate of 67% or higher

7. Have not received an emergency grant this academic year

This form is confidential and secure. It takes about 15-20 minutes to complete. Application will not be able to be completed if requested documentation isn't provided.

Please note that completing an application does not guarentee funding.
Prior to completing the application, please review the lists below to ensure your request is potentially eligible.

ELIGIBLE EXPENSES INCLUDE:
Child Care
Food/Meals
Medical/Dental Expenses
Personal Automobile Repairs (valid driver's license and proof of insurance required)
Rent
Utilities (Please note: This expense is not eligible during non-shut off months, Nov.1 - April 15)

INELIGIBLE EXPENSES INCLUDE:

Alcohol
Books and School Supplies
Car Payments
Credit Card Payments
Entertainment Expenses (cable, internet, etc.)
Fees
Legal Fees
Mortgages
Penalties/Late Fees/Fines
Routine Car Maintenance
Utilities during non-shut off months (Nov. 1-April 15)
Tuition

Student Information
Name*

First NameLast Name
Email*
example@example.com
MATC ID Number*
Date of Birth*

MonthDayYear
Date
Expected Graduation Month & Year (Example: Spring 2026)*
Have you filed a FAFSA for the current year?*

YesNo
Are you currently applying for emergency grant funds because you are still waiting on your financial aid package for this year?*

YesNo

Eligibility Screening
Are you currently enrolled and attending classes at MATC this semester?*

YesNo
Have you completed one post secondary-education semester at MATC?*

YesNo
Have you received this emergency grant this academic year?*

YesNo
Is your current emergency an unexpected, one-time financial disruption?*

YesNo
Eligibility Status

Assistance Request

Please note: The maximum emergency grant award is $500, but not all students will receive the full amount. Awards are based on demonstrated need, available funding, and the details provided in your application. If the expense you're requesting assistance for is less than $500, the award will not exceed that amount. Additional funds beyond the documented need are not awarded.
What caused this emergency situation? Please note: MATC defines emergency as a one-time, unexpected, and unforeseeable event.*
How does this emergency affect your ability to stay in school?*
What steps have you taken to resolve this issue on your own?*
If the expense is more than $500, how will you cover the rest?*
If you are requesting assistance with a recurring bill, please explain how you plan to pay this expense moving forward?*

Document Upload
Your documents will be carefully reviewed. Upload any documents you have available that you believe would help your eligibility.

Documentation of invoice or bill is required. Vendors will be verified.

Information about supporting documents:
1. Please upload supporting documentation related to the challenge area(s) indicated in your application.
2. The following types of documentation can be uploaded for our review process (but are not limited to):
  1. Current signed lease in your name (or your name on the lease) and a current statement of balance owed from your landlord/rental company dated within the last 30 days
  2. Itemized car repair estimate in your name that is dated within the last 30 days (proof of auto insurance may be requested)
  3. Medical/dental bills in your name that is dated within the last 30 days
  4. Utility bill in your name that is dated within the last 30 days
  5. Childcare bill in your name that is from a state credentialed provider dated within the last 30 days
File Upload - These documents will only be viewed by Milwaukee Area Technical College to verify your eligibility.*

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	I understand
I understand that this grant cannot be used for tuition, books, or ongoing expenses.
I understand that all information provided on this application will be verified by the grant administrators.
I understand that all grant payments are made in the form of a paper check to a third party vendor or Kroger gift cards. Checks will not be made out to students directly.
I understand that filling out this application does not guarantee its approval.
I understand that this grant cannot assist with bills older than 90 days.
I understand that this grant can only assist with eligible expenses listed: rent, car repairs, childcare payments, food, medical/dental bills, and utilities.
I understand that this grant cannot be used for mortgage or car payments.
I understand that any grant awarded will result in a check made out to the vendor on the invoice that I have uploaded unless I have requested food assistance.
I understand that additional documentation may be requested.
I understand that award amounts vary and will not exceed $500.

Ineligible Application
Thank you for your responses.

Based on the information provided, you do not currently meet the eligibility requirements to apply for the Student Emergency Grant.

Emergency funds are limited and intended to support students who:

1. Are actively enrolled in 6+ credits in the current semester

2. Have completed at least one full semester of college level credits at MATC

3. Are in good academic standing

4. Facing a one-time, unexpected financial emergency

That said, we do understand financial challenges can be difficult and complex. Even though you do not qualify for this grant, please feel free to reach out to the MATC Student Resource Center at studentresources@matc.edu to see if any additional resources or referrals may be available.

Submission Gate
Submission
Thank you for completing this form.

Because this form is used to both evaluate emergency grant eligibility and connect students to other support services, the next steps depend on your responses.

If you have questions, you can contact us at emergencygrant@matc.edu.
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MATC Student Emergency Grant Application (2025-2026 Academic Year)

Student Information

Eligibility Screening

Emergency Information

Food Assistance

Assistance Request

Document Upload

Acknowledgement

Ineligible Application

Submission