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CRRSAA (HEERF II) Student Emergency Aid ApplicationFrequently Asked Questions (FAQ)Can I receive emergency aid through CRRSAA funds?Students who are enrolled in Spring 2021 or Summer 2021 courses, except personal enrichment or community education classes, are eligible to receive funds through the Student Emergency Aid application process. Receipt of other support, such as financial aid, grants, or Hawks Care resources, does not make you ineligible to apply. We encourage all students to apply for emergency aid if they have financial need. How do I apply for emergency aid?To receive funding, students must complete and submit the CRRSAA Student Emergency Aid application.How often can I receive emergency aid?Students can receive funds once per semester.When will I receive my funds?Award disbursements will be processed on Fridays. You should receive your emergency aid grant award within two weeks after submission of your application. If you are receiving your award via direct deposit, funds should be available 2-3 days after the award is processed. Checks will be mailed on Fridays to the mailing address on file. We encourage you to check and update your address at: much will I receive?Funding amounts will vary based on each student’s application and individual circumstances. The minimum amount eligible students will receive is $250.How is my award amount determined?The amount of your award is based on your unique financial needs and the information provided. The application review committee will review applications to determine the amount of the award and in cases of critical need, students will be contacted by Hawks Care resource center staff for additional support.How is Harper distributing emergency financial aid grants to students?Harper is using an online emergency aid application process to give students with financial need the ability to request funding. Applications will be reviewed and awards will be distributed to eligible students via check or direct deposit within two weeks of application submission.Why did I not receive funds/why was my application rejected?Awards are only provided to eligible students once per semester. If you already received funds in the current semester, your application will be rejected. Any other reasons for not awarding funds will be provided in the award decision letter.Are there eligibility restrictions for receiving the student emergency aid grant?Harper College is dedicated to helping all its students. CRRSAA Student Emergency Aid grants are available to all students enrolled in Spring 2021 and/or Summer 2021, excluding community education or personal enrichment classes, regardless of citizenship or immigration status. When will I be contacted about my application?You should receive a confirmation email once you submit your application. Award decisions will also be sent to you once your application is reviewed and an award amount has been determined. You should receive this email within two weeks of application submission.Can I set up direct deposit?While Harper’s Business Office staff is working remotely, we cannot accept new direct deposit set up submissions.How do I update my mailing address?You can update your address at . Are there any restrictions on how I can use this grant?The intent of the emergency aid grant award is to provide financial assistance to keep students enrolled and engaged in school throughout the pandemic. Emergency aid grants can be used for your costs of attending Harper or for emergency costs caused by COVID-19, such as tuition, food, housing, health care, mental health care, or childcare. You get to decide how you use your emergency aid grant within these categories.Can I apply the funds to my tuition cost or student account balance?Yes, after you cash or deposit your check or receive your direct deposit, you can use those funds to pay the outstanding balance on your student account.Who can I contact with questions?For questions or concerns about emergency aid grants at Harper, contact the One Stop at onestop@harpercollege.edu or call the HEERF hotline at 847-925-6484.If I receive funds through CRRSAA, do I have to pay it back?No, this is a grant that does not require repayment.If I receive funds through CRRSAA, will it impact my other financial aid?No, your financial aid package and all other financial aid, including scholarships, are not impacted by these funds. Additionally, this funding is not counted as income in calculating a family’s Expected Family Contribution (EFC). Is my emergency aid grant award considered taxable income?No, CRRSAA funds are not taxable income. For more information, please see the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) bulletin Emergency aid granted to students due to COVID is not taxable (March 30, 2021). ................
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