The Graduate School worked with University officials to identify and provide grants to 2,717 eligible graduate students through The Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund III (HEERF III), to help defray expenses or losses incurred during the pandemic.
Authorized by the American Rescue Plan (ARP) and signed into law on March 11, 2021, HEERF III provides funds to institutions of higher education to serve students and help ensure learning continues during the COVID-10 pandemic. UNC Charlotte’s Office of Student Financial Aid confirmed that international students are eligible to receive HEERF III funding with no negative impact to their immigration or visa status.
Awards were dispersed on July 13 to students’ bank accounts (or by check, if necessary), and the recipients were informed via email; grants ranged from $500 to $1,500. Students who did not receive grants but believe they may be eligible may submit a 2021-2022 Student Higher Education Emergency Fund Relief Application to request consideration for HEERF III funding.
