Apply for Emergency Funds

Art History graduate students, Art History undergraduate majors and minors, and  undergraduate minors in Museum Studies in need of emergency funds can apply at any time by submitting the form below.

Criteria for evaluation will include:
*Nature of the request
*Urgency of need
*Likely impact of the award
*Availability (or lack thereof) of other funding sources for the student

Awards will be made on a rolling basis and will range from $50–500 depending on individual need and the availability of departmental funds.

These awards will be distributed through students' UIC accounts. Students should consult with their Financial Aid advisor to determine how these funds might impact their total financial aid package.

  • Have you applied for or received other sources of funding? Students are encouraged to apply for UIC's U and I Care Emergency Fund: https://dos.uic.edu/student-assistance/uicare/u-i-care-fund/
  • If you have applied for U and I Care or other funds, please indicate the status. If you have NOT applied, please indicate the reason why.
  • Please describe the specific nature of your financial need and how you intend to use these funds. If you have already applied for U and I Care but need immediate assistance (e.g., food, overdue bill), medicine, etc., please also explain here.