Student Emergency Assistance Grant (SEAG) Program

The Student Emergency Assistance Grant (SEAG) Program provides funding for colleges to assist students experiencing unforeseen emergencies or situations that affect the student's ability to attend classes. 

The program can provide funding for non-tuition related emergency needs such as housing, food, technology, transportation, childcare, health, utilities, or textbooks.

Timeline

Colleges may apply for program funding annually. The application launches by mid-March and closes during the first week of May. 

Eligibility

All current SEAG programs at Washington State Community and Technical colleges as well as those who completed SEAG Planning Grants during 2025-26 are eligible to apply for program funding through a streamlined process. 

Application 

The SEAG program uses a streamlined application process, which does not utilize the OGMS system.  

There are three required elements which must be sent via email to the SEAG Policy Associate, Christine McMullin, cmcmullin@sbctc.edu by the May due date.  

1. A completed Student Emergency Assistance Grant Program Budget Template  
2. A signed copy of the Student Emergency Assistance Grant Program Assurances  
3. In the body of your email, you must include a brief paragraph which describes the intent of your program, your interest in continuing (or launching) your SEAG program for the academic year, and how you will prioritize disbursement of funds.  

Application materials and communications will be sent through the SEAG Canvas community.  If you want to join the SEAG Canvas community, please request via email to StudentSupport@sbctc.edu.  

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2025-26 

Important Dates

Program Guidelines and Application Materials

• 2025-26 SEAG Program Guidelines
• 2025-26 SEAG Budget Template
• 2025-26 SEAG Assurances