Student resources
Basic-Needs Support for Students
A practical overview of programs that may help with food, housing, transportation, childcare, healthcare, and technology.
Campus support
Look for a basic-needs center, dean of students office, food pantry, emergency aid office, or student support team.
Community programs
Local nonprofit organizations and government agencies may offer food, rental, utility, transit, childcare, or healthcare assistance.
Technology access
Libraries, schools, and community organizations may provide laptop loans, hotspots, software, printing, or discounted internet options.
How to ask
Explain the specific barrier, when it affects school, and what would help. Staff can often make better referrals with concrete information.
Program availability and eligibility vary by school, location, funding source, and individual circumstances. Verify details with the relevant organization.