Students who meet basic eligibility criteria for federal financial aid and who have the greatest financial need can be considered for these funds. Students enrolled in face to face or hybrid courses at the time of the disruption may qualify if they meet all other eligibility requirements. Students enrolled in on-line only classes at the time of the disruption are not eligible for funds under the CARES Act.

Only students who are or could be eligible to participate in programs under Section 484 in
Title IV of the Higher Education Act of 1965, as amended (HEA), may receive emergency
financial aid grants. If a student has filed a Free Application for Federal Student Aid
(FAFSA), then the student has demonstrated eligibility to participate in programs under
Section 484 the HEA. The criteria to participate in programs under Section 484 of the HEA include but are not limited to the following: 

• Being a U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen (i.e. permanent resident or conditional permanent resident)
• Having a valid Social Security number
• Having a high school diploma, GED or completion of high school in an approved homeschool setting
• Being degree-seeking student and currently enrolled
• Cannot be in default on federal student loans
• Being registered with Selective Service, if male (you must register between the ages of 18 and 25)
• Meeting Satisfactory Academic Progress
• Cannot exceed aggregate loan limit or Pell Grant lifetime usage
• Cannot owe an overpayment on federal aid programs

Lasell University received and disbursed $823,971.00 from the Department of Education  [for] Emergency Financial Aid Grants to Students. The CARES Act Application has been closed. 

Yes, you are required to complete Lasell's online application and a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), if not already filed.

Even if your family chose to not file a FAFSA because of your income, you should file a FAFSA now to be considered for the CARES Act Grant. Students may access the CARES Act application through MyLasell.

Graduate students who are in Hybrid courses are eligible to apply for the CARES act.

This could apply to a variety of financial costs directly tied to the effects of the disruption of campus operations due to coronavirus. This includes, but is not limited to, eligible expenses under a student's cost of attendance as determined by the Financial Aid Office, such as food, housing, course materials, technology, health care, and child care.

Food Expenses may include unexpected grocery expenses for a resident student who was depending on their meal plan to eat for the semester, or increased grocery expenses for a student supporting dependent children now home due to their school or child care closure.

Course Materials may include but not limited to general use supplies such as writing utensils and notebooks; course specific supplies such as calculators and lab equipment, unexpectedly required to be purchased due to campus disruption of regular operations.

Technology Expenses may include computer equipment, internet access expenses, printer supplies, etc., required for student success when transitioning to an online format from the traditional in-person class structure. Documentation for technology expenses must be uploaded in the application to be considered. Examples would be an estimate, receipt, or bill.

Healthcare Expenses may include the cost of unanticipated or unusual medical expenses due to coronavirus or its effects.

Child Care/Dependent Care Expenses may include the cost of unanticipated or unusual care expenses for a student's child or other dependents in the independent (based on FAFSA) student's household.

Transportation Expenses may include the cost of unanticipated or unusual travel expenses related to the disruption of campus operations. This may include additional trips to the University to retrieve personal belongings.

Housing Expenses may include unanticipated expenses in securing housing and/or rent for residential students after the closure of campus housing in March. 

No, this is a grant.

Lasell University has been awarded and is awaiting receipt of funds from the federal Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act, or CARES Act, which provides emergency grants for eligible college students impacted by the coronavirus outbreak.

For students who have signed up for direct deposit with Lasell Student Accounts, the funding will be sent to the student’s financial institution via Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT). Students not enrolled in direct deposit will be issued a check.

No, this fund does not negate nor replace financial aid, and it is a one-time grant.

Amounts vary, but students must complete an online application and provide a signed statement describing their circumstances along with supporting documentation to substantiate the funding request. Maximum awards are $1,000.

This will depend on the individual claim. However, you should provide any documentation that is relevant to the specific financial need and hardship you experienced. Consider submitting copies of bills/paid invoices/receipts or official notifications from childcare or healthcare providers. If you are unsure about documentation, contact our Student Financial Planning office. The online application provides a link to attach receipts directly to your application.

The Committee will determine the amount based on the results of your online application. It is important that you provide a detailed account of how you have been affected financially due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Missing or incomplete explanations may affect your ability to receive grant funds. Receipts are required for any expenses related to technology and "other" expenses as identified by the student.

Continue to check this website for the most up-to-date information. 

Each financial award you receive from the federal government and other sources will have separate and unique tax consequences for your federal tax return. Funds received through the CARES Act emergency financial aid is not taxable. Please visit the IRS website for assistance.

Awards will be based on a combination of the money requested and EFC as established by the FAFSA.