Dedicated to Student Success

The Basic Needs Program in the Office of the Dean of Students is here to connect you with campus and community resources intended to support your well-being, so that you can meet your academic goals.

If you are a University of Oregon student who is facing challenges with access to adequate food, stable housing, affordable childcare, or meeting other basic needs, please fill out our Basic Needs Assistance Form to request a response from the Basic Needs team.

Basic Needs Assistance Form

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Announcements

Fall 2023 Textbook Subsidy Closed

(Posted September 26, 2023) Due to an overwhelming number of applications the funds have been exhausted for fall 2023. Applications will be processed as quickly as possible and applicants will be notified via email.

Basic Needs at a Glance

Here is a summary of the assistance that our students access the most. For a broader range of resources, check out Services for Students.

Food Resources

If you’re looking for ways to supplement your food supply, our coordinators can help you navigate both on- and off-campus food resources including SNAP application support, various campus programs for free or reduced price foods, and the Student Food Pantry, open weekly when classes are in session.

Food Resources

Housing Resources

Our program can assist you with rental resources, referrals to housing support, and more. Whether you need support with paying late rent or utilities, or you’re looking for off-campus housing options, our team can help you.

Housing Resources

Academic Materials

Tracking down and purchasing campus supplies can be challenging. We can connect you with various academic resources, including the Textbook Subsidy (open for application the first three weeks of each academic term, as long as funding is available).

Academic Materials

Childcare Assistance

Funding is available for eligible student parents or caregivers who have children 12 years old and younger in childcare, through the UO Childcare Subsidy. In addition, the UO offers childcare centers convenient to campus, and students may qualify for state grants and other funds.

Childcare Assistance

All UO-enrolled students including undergraduate, graduate, law, international, and undocumented students are eligible for Basic Needs Program resources and services.

Knowing and using your resources is part of navigating student life at the UO, and the Basic Needs Program staff is available to you at any point during your time as a student at the university.