Student Success Funds

The purpose of Student Success Funds (SSF) is to cover any costs that prohibit Guardian Scholars from successfully enrolling and/or attending UC Merced. These costs would include all costs related to a UC Merced scholars’ total cost of attendance:

· Books & supplies

· Transportation

· Personal Expenses

· Health Insurance

Student Success Funds can also be utilized to cover those costs that are not covered by scholar’s total cost of attendance, including, but not limited to:

· Mental health services

· Prescriptions

· Utilities

· Car repairs (if car is main source of transportation to campus)

· Technology needs (hardware, software, internet access)

· Professional development experiences (conference registration, workshop/seminar trainings)

· Graduate school preparation (application fees, grad school tours, etc).

· Any financial challenge or issue that can inhibit a UC Merced scholar from successfully enrolling and/or attending UC Merced

· SSF’s can be utilized to zero out student account balances, if they remain in good standing with the program

Eligibility

· Applicants must be enrolled in the Guardian Scholars Program

· Note: Financial Aid packages will be considered for eligibility

How to apply?

· Applicants must submit the following application and complete all questions in full and submit supporting documentation.

Fund Disbursement

Please note that Student Success Fund applications will be reviewed on a bi-weekly basis. To ensure that you receive the funds by a specific deadline, it is important to submit your application well in advance.

Approved Student Success Funds will be available to the student within 3-4 weeks. It is highly recommended that students enroll in the Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) available through Student Business Services (SBS). Your student success funds will be transferred via Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) to your designated bank account.

NOTE: Emergency funds may be credited through Student Business Services (SBS) and funds are deposited into student bank accounts on Tuesdays and Thursdays. If there is any outstanding balance (i.e., library, fines, housing, etc.) on your student account, the emergency funds may be used to pay your outstanding balance. Exceptions are made for crisis funds to be used for payment of fees.

If you have any questions concerning emergency funds, please visit Commuter Lounge/TRV 151 or email lsanchezsandoval2@ucmerced.edu

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Full Name *

Student ID *

Phone Number *

UCM Email *

Please explain in detail any extenuating financial circumstances and reasons for applying for student success funds. *

Total amount requested *

Agreement Statement *

I understand and agree to the above terms

I hereby certify that the information provided is accurate and truthful. I understand that any false statements may result in the loss of benefits associated with the student success funds. If approved, I will be notified via email. Additionally, I agree to meet with a financial wellness coach if referred by the coordinator for Guardian Scholars.

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Student Success Funds