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Contact UsLife happens. The DREAMer Emergency Retention Fund is an emergency stipend for MSU Denver students who are dealing with unanticipated catastrophic life events that might cause the student to stop or pause their educational goals. Funding is limited each semester, and applications will be reviewed as funds last. Once funds are exhausted, additional applications will not be reviewed. All decisions are final.
Awards are capped at $1,000. The MSU Denver Student Emergency Fund may affect future financial aid award packages for students and may be considered taxable income.
DREAMer Emergency Fund awards may be prioritized for students who have not previously had the opportunity to receive funding.
Students may be referred to case management to explore alternative financial resources in lieu of or prior to being considered for Emergency Funds.
We prioritize financial emergencies that threaten basic needs (for example: housing, utilities, etc).
Expenses covered include, but are not limited to:
Expenses not covered include:
o Currently enrolled in classes
o Complete CASFA
o Speak with staff in the SCC to discuss their need; MSU Denver’s Immigrant Services Program may also be a useful resource
o Students must have DACA, Undocumented, or TPS Status