Short-Term Emergency Loans
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Limited emergency loan funds are administered by the Financial Aid and Scholarships Office and are offered in small amounts to help students experiencing critical short-term emergencies.
Short-term emergency loans:
- Range in amounts from $500–$1,000.
- Can be borrowed once per quarter.
- Usually must be repaid within 30 days with a documented source of repayment.
- Are subject to a $20 service charge per emergency loan.
- Cannot be used to pay registration and tuition fees. Students can utilize the Triton Installment Plan to assist with registration and tuition fees.
Eligibility:
- You must be enrolled in at least 6 units.
- Your registration fees must be paid prior to applying for the loan.
- Your UC San Diego billing account must be clear with no account holds.
How to Apply
Applications and further information can be requested from the Financial Aid and Scholarships Office. If you have serious financial concerns, you should meet with a financial aid counselor as soon as possible.