Universities of Wisconsin Emergency Grant

The Universities of Wisconsin Emergency Grant is available to currently enrolled undergraduate UWM students who have completed the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and are eligible for a Federal Pell Grant. Students must have experienced an unexpected financial crisis that would make completing the current term difficult.

Eligible expenses include unexpected medical expenses, car repairs, travel expenses for a family emergency, and replacement of items due to theft or fire damage. Funds cannot be used for tuition, student fees, textbooks, groceries, entertainment, legal services, fines, or forfeitures resulting from legal violations.

To apply, you will need documentation for the expenses you would like covered (e.g., medical bill, quote for car repairs, flight information with amount, screenshot of replacement items with cost, etc.) Complete the Universities of Wisconsin Emergency Grant application and upload supporting documentation by clicking on the “Visit” link below. You cannot update your application once submitted; you will be asked to resubmit if there is missing documentation.

If you haven’t already, enroll in direct deposit with the UWM Office of Student Accounts to receive a faster refund.

Your Universities of Wisconsin Emergency Grant application will be reviewed by a staff member in the UW-Milwaukee Office of Student Scholarships to determine if your application is approved. If you are ineligible, your application will be denied. You may contact the Office of Student Scholarships if you should have questions.