Emergency Assistance Funding

Please note: Emergency assistance funding will be unavailable until Oct. 1, 2026, following the first week of fall quarter. Students who submit an application during this time will receive referrals to relevant campus and community resources.

Before applying, all students are encouraged to meet with their Student Retention Specialist to discuss available resources and support options.

Bates Technical College offers emergency assistance to students experiencing financial emergency or unanticipated expenses that cause financial hardship. The goal is to cover expenses that affect a student’s ability to stay in college and complete their education.

Emergency funding is not intended to provide ongoing relief of recurring expenses or as a consistent supplement for educational purposes. These funds will NOT be awarded for more than one quarter per year (Fall/Winter/Spring/Summer) without extenuating circumstances.

We understand that many of you may be struggling to make ends meet. Bates Technical College is here to assist you during these difficult times. We have established limited emergency funding for currently enrolled students.

All communications will be sent to your listed email address on your ctcLink file. If you need help setting up your student email, please email studenthelp@batestech.edu

- You will be notified of the decision via email.
- Requests will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis and may require additional documentation.
- Student Emergency Assistance Grant funds cannot be used for tuition and fees.
- High School Tech and High School Plus students are not eligible for this funding source.
- The total amount of the Student Emergency Assistance Grant, combined with all other financial aid, cannot exceed your cost of attendance.
- Please allow up to one week for processing and to receive the results of your request.
- Multiple requests will not be processed.
- If you are applying for emergency assistance, we strongly encourage you to complete the FAFSA or WASFA, as additional funding may be available. *Note: Once Student Emergency Assistance Grant funds are exhausted, a current FAFSA or WASFA is required to receive further emergency funding.
- All emergency funding will be disbursed through BankMobile. Students should ensure a current cell phone number is listed in their ctcLink profile to receive notifications and access refund disbursement information.
- If you need assistance with filling out this form, please contact us at 253.680.7020, email financialaid@batestech.edu, or visit one of our offices during normal business hours.