Emergency Aid
Students in Crisis Fund 
If you are experiencing a financial crisis that negatively impacts your academics, you may be eligible to receive one-time financial support from the Students in Crisis Fund.
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UO-only resource
UO Emergency Loan (all students)
Under the emergency loan program, students may borrow a maximum of $300 for up to 90 days interest-free with a service charge of $8 per loan. One Emergency Student Loan may be borrowed per term/semester.
Location: 720 E. 13th Ave., Eugene, OR 97401
Phone: 541-346-3170
ba.uoregon.edu/content/emergency-loans
UO-only resource
Graduate Student Assistance Fund
The Graduate Student Assistance Fund program is designed to assist UO graduate students facing financial hardship relating to a “qualifying event,” such as the care of a new child, childcare expenses, or a medical issue.
Location: 170 Susan Campbell Hall
Phone: 541-346-5129
gradschool.uoregon.edu/assistance-fund
UO-only resource
Jesse M. Bell Loan and Fund (graduate students)
There are two Jesse M. Bell Graduate Loan programs. One is a short-term loan available to all graduate students of high academic standing and can be issued up to a maximum of $500. The second is a loan for graduate employees (GEs) who anticipate being paid late, which can be issued for up to the estimated value of the GE’s gross pay for that first month, not to exceed $1,000.
Location: 170 Susan Campbell Hall
Phone: 541-346-5129
graduatestudies.uoregon.edu/funding/special-assistance-funds/bell-loans
UO-only resource
Coyle and Carpenter Busselle Loan Funds
Short-term loans of up to $2,000 are available to law students.
Location: University of Oregon School of Law
Phone: 541-346-1559
UO-only resource
Financial Aid and Scholarships
Office of Student Financial Aid and Scholarships
General assistance to connect all students with grants, loans, work-study, and scholarships.
Location: 260 Oregon Hall
Phone: 541-346-3221
financialaid.uoregon.edu
UO-only resource
Financial Wellness Center
A resource hub offering information, workshops, and peer advising to help students manage their money by budgeting and borrowing responsibly, understanding credit, and making informed decisions regarding their finances.
Location: Global Scholars Hall, Room 117
Phone: 541-346-9252
financialwellness.uoregon.edu
UO-only resource
Graduate Student Funding and Employment
Additional funding support resources specific to students pursuing coursework within the Division of Graduate Studies.
Location: 170 Susan Campbell Hall
Phone: 541-346-5129
graduatestudies.uoregon.edu/funding
UO-only resource
Law Student Funding and Employment
Additional funding support resources specific to students pursuing coursework within the School of Law.
Location: Knight Law Center, 1515 Agate Street
Phone: 541-346-1559
law.uoregon.edu/admissions/paying-for-school#other
UO-only resource
International Student and Scholar Services
Scholarships and financial resources for international students.
Location: 300 Oregon Hall
Phone: 541-346-3206
isss.uoregon.edu/financial-support
UO-only resource
Job Search Support
University Career Center
The University Career Center can assist you in locating job and internship opportunities, and offers coaching and support services to help you stand out among other applicants.
Location: Tykeson Hall, 050, Garden Level
Phone: 541-346-8321
career.uoregon.edu/jobs-and-internships
UO-only resource
Academic Resources
Graduation Regalia Support
UO students experiencing financial hardship that impacts their ability to purchase regalia for commencement (e.g., cap, gown, tassel) may be able to receive these items free of charge through the Student Sustainability Center.
Location: EMU, Room 005
Phone: 541-346-8321
sscreusables@uoregon.edu
UO-only resource
Additional Resources
Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA)
UO accounting and law students will offer their trained expertise to prepare tax returns for students and community members at no cost. No appointment is necessary; clients are served on a first-come, first-served basis.
Location: Braddock Tutoring Center, Lillis 155
Phone: 541-346-9197
uobap.com/vita
UO-only resource
UO Staff Tuition Benefit
Certain staff and dependents can apply for reduced tuition and fees at the UO and other public institutions in Oregon according to enrollment and eligibility guidelines.
Location: Human Resources 677 East 12th Ave.
5210 University of Oregon, Eugene, OR 97403-5210
Phone: 541-346-3159
hr.uoregon.edu/staff-tuition-benefit
UO-only resource
Community Lending Works
Locally issued microloans to individuals with limited or adverse credit history. Individuals can apply for funding to help with rental deposits, car payments, miscellaneous personal expenses, or to build credit.
Location: 212 Main Street, Springfield, OR 97477
Phone: 541-345-0446
communitylendingworks.org
Community resource
211 Info
211 Info is a free and easy program accessible online that can help you estimate your potential eligibility for 33 different programs. The online tool will ask about your household income and expenses.
www.211info.org
Community resource