Saint Paul College Emergency Funds Application

Saint Paul College has established limited emergency financial assistance to currently enrolled students who are experiencing a financial hardship due to an unexpected event or emergency. The funds are not intended to replace or supplement financial aid.
Eligible emergency events include but are not limited to child care, transportation, housing crisis, food, utilities (shut-off notices), medical bills, medications, and replacement of destroyed or stolen college textbooks . Some funding sources may allow for exceptions.

The College Emergency Funds Application is currently closed. Please check back at a later time.

You only need to submit one request to be considered for the funds listed below.

General Emergency Fund

  • Award amount: 0-$500
  • Eligible students: Currently enrolled students
  • Funding Source: Kopp Family Foundation and the Saint Paul College Foundation, Minnesota Office of Higher Education.

Power of YOU Emergency Funds

  • Award amount: 0-$500
  • Eligible students: Currently enrolled students in the Power of You or Make It Count program.
  • Funding Source: Erna P. Clifford Fellowship Fund

Books, Tools, and Supplies Emergency Funds

  • Award amount: 0-$500 or up to program cost
  • Eligible students: Currently enrolled students
  • Funding Source: Private Donor


Saint Paul College has identified potential resources for student in crisis or need of help.
Emergency Funds Resources for Students