We’re Here for Support
Life can present unexpected challenges, and sometimes we all need a hand. Whether you’re facing financial difficulties, struggling to find affordable housing, or simply need access to essential services, this page is here to provide support and guidance. Our goal is to ensure that everyone in our community has access to the resources they need to thrive.
How to Use This Page:
- Select the campus nearest you
- Browse through the different categories to find resources relevant to your needs
- Click on each resource for direct links to the organization
- If you’re unsure where to start, don’t hesitate to reach out to our team for personalized assistance
Remember, seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness. We’re here to support you every step of the way. Together, we can overcome any challenge and build a stronger, more resilient community.
If you have any questions or suggestions for additional resources to include on this page, please don’t hesitate to contact us. Your feedback is invaluable as we strive to improve and expand our support services.
The Hive Student Emergency Grant
At Baker College, our purpose is for you to meet your academic and life goals. We recognize that this can be a long journey; one that is not always easy. Sometimes, unexpected things happen that threaten your ability to meet those goals. The Hive Student Emergency Grant exists to help you out in these moments that you need a bit more financial support to continue on your path to transforming your life and the world around you.
You may apply for an emergency grant once you have exhausted other resources including, but not limited to, all financial aid eligibility. The funding is a one-time nonrenewable grant and will not need to be repaid. The maximum request amount is $1000. Please be prepared to submit documentation to support your request. Documentation file types may include: PDFs, JPGs, or PNG files of bills, invoices, etc. Once your application is submitted, a committee of trained Baker College staff will review it to ensure that all eligibility requirements are met. Approved funds will be applied to your BankMobile account in approximately 3-5 days.
See application information below and please contact the Dean of Students at [email protected] with additional questions or support needs.
Application Process
- Complete the application form. (Students will need to be logged into their Baker College account to complete the application.)
- The committee will meet to determine eligibility.
- If approved, funds will be distributed to the student’s account.
The student must meet the following requirements to be eligible:
- be enrolled at least part-time and active in classes at the time of application.
- be in good academic standing at the time of application.
- be in good financial standing with the College at the time of application.
- be able to provide documentation to support their grant request.
- have a completed and current FAFSA.
- have exhausted all financial aid resources available to them, including federal student loans.
- fully complete and submit an application, including necessary documentation, when requested.
- Medical expenses, not covered by insurance (student or parent)
- Living expenses, including food, housing, transportation to and from campus
- Temporary child care, not covered by other methods
- Other expenses, decided individually via the application
- Credit card and/or personal debt
- Baker College tuition and/or fees
- Bookstore charges
National Programs
These programs are available to students from all campuses, including students who attend class online.
Uwill
As a registered Baker College student, you have access to a special benefit that supports your mental health. Take advantage of FREE unlimited on-demand crisis counseling, mental health counseling, life coaching, and 24/7/365 customer support through Uwill.
- National Suicide and Crisis Hotline Call 9-8-8
- 2-1-1 (Any Need)
- Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator (Healthcare Assistance)
- Feeding America (Food Assistance)
- FindHelp (Any Need)
- Food Pantries (Food Assistance)
- HUD Resource Locator (Housing Assistance)
- Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (Housing Assistance)
- Office of Child Care (Childcare Assistance)
- Medicaid and the Children’s Health Insurance Program (Healthcare Assistance)
- Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (Food Assistance)
- Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (Food Assistance)
- Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program (Financial Assistance)
- The Jed Foundation (Healthcare Assistance)