Dear Students,

Earlier today, Columbia University announced that all undergraduate students are eligible for up to $500 in emergency funding to assist with travel, storage, and moving logistics, resulting from yesterday’s announcement that all classes will be conducted online for the remainder of spring semester and the strong recommendation that undergraduate students depart campus by March 30, 2020. Students on study abroad programs are also eligible for this emergency funding.

Students who require financial assistance in order to depart campus or return from study abroad should complete the below form(s):

  • COVID-19 Emergency Funding Form for CC/SEAS undergraduates; due by Friday, March 20 at 5:00 p.m.
    • The funds will be disbursed as an advanced refund via direct deposit through SSOL.
    • Please note that you must have direct deposit set-up on your student account to receive immediate access to the funds. Otherwise, a check will be mailed to your address of record.
    • Funds will be disbursed within 3-5 business days. It may take longer for you to access the money if your bank does not immediately release the funds.

The $500 of emergency funding is separate from any financial aid you may receive and is intended to reduce obstacles that may prevent your departure from campus or return home from study abroad. Those of you on financial aid may have additional questions about how your aid will be impacted by the housing and dining refund process. As financial aid and your student account are unique to you and your family circumstances, we will be reviewing and responding to individual questions and concerns over the coming days. Your patience is greatly appreciated.

We want to reiterate that students are strongly encouraged to leave campus as soon as you are able, for your own health and safety as well as that of the larger community.

Thank you,

Columbia College & Columbia Engineering

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