HUMAA Student Emergency Fund
The Howard University Medical Alumni Association (HUMAA) recognizes that there are times when Howard University College of Medicine (HUCM) students may need emergency support.
The HUMAA Student Emergency Fund was created to assist HUCM students who are facing urgent hardships due to an unforeseen emergency that, if not addressed promptly, could jeopardize their ability to continue their medical education.
Grant Details
Grants range from $500 to $2,000 and are awarded at the discretion of the HUMAA Executive Director and Executive Board of Directors.
Each request is reviewed individually, with priority given to students with time-sensitive needs and/or the greatest financial need.
Awards are available on a first come, first served basis while funds are available. Students are limited to one emergency grant within a 12-month period and a maximum of two grants during their time at HUCM.
Examples of Eligible Emergency Expenses
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Replacement of essential belongings due to theft, fire, or natural disaster
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Technology equipment needed to ensure continuity of education
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Academic essentials, including exams and test preparation
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Expenses related to the death or illness of an immediate family member, including parents, grandparents, or siblings
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Emergency dependent care
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Safety-related needs, including eviction or utility shut-off notices
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Transportation emergencies, including auto repairs or public transportation costs
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Food insecurity
Expenses Not Covered
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Tuition and fees
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Health insurance
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Legal fees
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Parking tickets and other fines
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Entertainment expenses
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Future expenses resulting from lack of financial planning, including relocation for residency programs
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Non-essential utilities
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Moving or relocation expenses for residency
Request Emergency Assistance
If you are a current HUCM student experiencing an unexpected financial emergency, please complete the form below and provide as much supporting information as possible.
Additional Financial Assistance Resources
National Medical Fellowships (NMF)
The NMF Emergency Scholarship Fund is open to second-year through fourth-year underrepresented students of medicine who are U.S. citizens or have Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) approval, and are enrolled in accredited medical or osteopathic medicine schools located in the U.S.