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Emergency Grants

Emergency Grants helps students with an unexpected financial crisis that would cause them to not complete the term. To request a or , go to the . You will first have to answer the 4 required questions for the General Scholarship Application. Then, you can complete the 51���� Emergency Grant Application. Include any documentation you have of your bills/expenses. These should be detailed with your name, date, the expense(s), etc.

If you have any questions or need assistance with the application, contact the Office of Student Scholarships.

Internet Access & Laptops

Borrow devices via the 51���� Laptop Loan Program or explore community-based internet resources.

• 51���� Computer Labs
• 51���� Laptop Loan Program
• Google Chromebooks. Available at the 51���� Library. Google Chromebooks may be loaned for a maximum of 7 days.
• 51���� Surplus often has reasonably priced computers and laptops available for sale (many for $50 or $100). Go to the  to view inventory or contact 51���� Surplus by email or phone at 414-659-1391. Surplus is open weekdays from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. by appointment only. It is located in the University Services and Research Building north of North First St. and East Capital Drive. 
• compiled by the City of Milwaukee. The resources include free/reduced priced devices, internet subsidies, and Milwaukee Public Library resources. 
• . Some local libraries have laptops and WIFI hotspots to check out. Check out the . To get a library card, you typically need an ID and a bill that shows your address (lease, utility bill, etc.)

Medical Bills & Health Insurance

Get healthcare support from the 51���� Health Center, prescription assistance programs, and Badger Care Plus.

Medical Bills

In general, if students need help with medical bills they can call the billing office and ask for a Financial Counselor or a Case Manager. Here is the information for a few local hospital networks:

Low-Cost Prescriptions

• 51���� Health Center: offers several common prescriptions and over the counter medications for a low cost.
•  free program that offers discounts on prescriptions.
• Prescription Drug Company Discounts. Google “rebate” and the name of your prescription to see if there are discounts advertised online. You many also try contacting the drug company directly to see if they have any programs to help people who cannot afford prescriptions. Often they do (e.g., here is one for ). 

Health Insurance

•  Wisconsin’s public health care program. This may be an option if you have no or low income.
•  The annual Open Enrollment Period for Health Insurance Marketplace coverage generally takes place from November 1 through January 15 each year.

Heath Care Providers (Free, Low-Cost, or Sliding Scale)

• 51���� Student Health & Wellness Center: Call 414-229-7429 for Medical Services and 414-229-4133 for Counseling Services. You can also check out  to find providers in the community that meet your criteria.
• 51���� Psychology Clinic: offers low-cost assessment and psychotherapy services to the Milwaukee community. Call 414-229-5521 for services.
•  offers low-cost dental services to the Milwaukee community. Call 414-288-6790 for services.
•  Milwaukee County psychiatric emergency department. Call 414-966-3030.
• 414-257-7665. (Psychiatric assessment, Medication evaluation, brief crisis counseling and/or referrals to outpatient.  Refers to Outreach Clinic for long-term medication). 
•  outpatient mental health training clinic offering low-cost assessment and psychotherapy services to the Milwaukee community. Call 414-288-3487 for services. 
•  (St. Joseph’s Hospital) is a community resource for the treatment of individuals with a wide variety of emotional challenges. The Psychotherapy center has an adjustable fee structure. Call 414 803-4077 for services.
•  offers family counseling, credit counseling, senior care services, and money management services. Call 414-345-4941 for services.
• offers counseling for children and adults, substance use services, housing assistance, refugee services, and disability resources. Call 414-967-3900 for services. 
• : offers outpatient community counseling on a sliding scale payment fee (accepts Medicaid and Medicare). Call 414-964-4357 for services. 

Clothing & Household goods

Obtain professional attire from the 51���� Career Closet or find affordable options at local clothing banks.

• 51���� Career Closet: clothing for students to use during job interviews.
• 51���� Free Store within the Off-Campus Resource Center has gently used home essentials for students at no cost.
• . This list was compiled by 211 Impact for Milwaukee Country. Click on Clothing & Household Goods for links to resources to pop up.

Legal Assistance

Receive guidance and representation through the Law for Learners and other legal aid organizations.

•  is another free resource for students. They can connect you with legal help specific to your unique situation. The help varies based on the legal matter. It may include one or more of the following.
  • Advice: Providing legal explanations and guidance, including options and next steps.
  • General assistance: Helping you complete forms, sharing information about court procedures or available resources, and providing guidance on self-representation.
  • Referral: Connecting you with another resource or legal service provider.
  • Full representation: Working with you for an entire legal proceeding. 
• offers free and low cost legal services for the entire community. They offer both appointments and walk in support.
•  provides free legal advice in areas such as evictions, family court, children’s court, bankruptcy, and LGBTQ+ legal issues.

Resources for Veterans

Access veteran-specific services at the Military and Veterans Resource Center and explore military education benefits.

•  offers resources including healthcare, disability services, employment and job training, housing support, and more.
•  list of resources including support obtaining official documents, tuition waivers, legal support, housing assistance, healthcare grants, and more.
• Military Education Benefits Office: located near financial aid and can help students navigate any state or federal military benefits. 
• 51���� Military and Veterans Resource Center: support resource for 51���� students and also can help connect students to additional community resources.