CARES Disclosure

Mansfield University has signed the Certification and Agreement form for the HEERF III/ARP funds and intends to use 100% of the student allocation to provide HEERF grants to students.

Mansfield University will receive $2,665,108 in HEERF III/ARP funds to be used for grants to students.

As of September 30, 2021, Mansfield University has distributed $1,403,533 HEERF III/ARP funds to students.

As of September 30, 2021, 1490 students have received HEERF III/ARP grants.

Mansfield University used the 2021-2022 EFC to determine the amount a student could receive in a one-time block grant sent to all degree-seeking domestic students. The EFC range and amounts are:

$0 EFC $1000
$1-$5846 $800
$5846+ $600
Non-filers $400

Block Grants for the fall 2021 term totaled $1,083,400.

Additionally, we awarded application-based emergency aid grants totaling $320,133 to 151 of the 1490 total eligible students. The maximum emergency application-based award was $2500.

The below message was sent to students upon distribution of the block grants:

As part of the American Rescue Plan Act, Mansfield University received a third allocation of Higher Education Emergency Relief Funds to be distributed to students as grants to assist with their cost of attendance, with priority given to students with demonstrated need. We utilized the Expected Family Contribution (EFC) from the student’s 2021-22 FAFSA to determine the individual grant amount.

Based on your EFC, you were awarded a $XXXX grant.

The funds will disburse on Wednesday, September 15th. If you are signed up for direct deposit the funds should deposit into your account within 3-5 business days from disbursement. If you are not signed up for direct deposit a check will be mailed to your address on file.

Mansfield University intends to reserve a portion of our HEERF III/ARP allocation to distribute to students in the spring term. The distribution methodology for the spring term will be determined at a later date.

Updates are posted on the University’s CARES Act disclosure page - https://www.mansfield.edu/covid/cares-disclosure.cfm

Quarterly Budget and Expenditure Reporting under CARES Act Sections 18004(a)(1) and (a)(2) Institutional Portions

Mansfield University has signed the Certification and Agreement form for the HEERF III/ARP funds and intends to use 100% of the student allocation to provide HEERF grants to students.

Mansfield University will receive $2,665,108 in HEERF III/ARP funds to be used for grants to students.

As of June 15, 2021, Mansfield University has distributed $0 HEERF III/ARP funds to students.

As of June 15, 2021, 0 students have received HEERF III/ARP grants.

Mansfield University has not finalized a methodology and/or policy for distributing HEERF III/ARP grants to students.

Instructions, directions and guidance will be disseminated to students upon final approval of a policy for distribution of HEERF III/ARP grants. Information will be sent via email and posted on the University’s CARES Act disclosure page - https://www.mansfield.edu/covid/cares-disclosure.cfm

Quarterly Budget and Expenditure Reporting under CARES Act Sections 18004(a)(1) and (a)(2) Institutional Portions

Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund I Reporting – Emergency Financial Aid Grants to Students

For Quarter Ending March 31, 2021

1. Mansfield University signed and returned to the Department of Education the Certification and Agreement to receive funds under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act. Mansfield University will use no less than 50% of the total funds received to provide Emergency Financial Aid Grants to students.
2. Mansfield University will receive $966,059 from the Department to provide Emergency Financial Aid Grants to students.
3. As of March 31, 2021, Mansfield University has distributed $660,000 in Emergency Financial Aid Grants Block Grants and $306,059 in one-time application-based Emergency Aid Grants, for a total of $966,059, expending the full HEERF I student aid allocation.
4. As of March 31, 2021, Mansfield University had 1321 students eligible to participate in programs under Section 484 in Title IV of the Higher Education Act of 1965 and thus eligible to receive Emergency Financial Aid Grants to students under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act.
5. As of March 31, 2021, Mansfield University distributed $500 to each of the 1321 eligible students in the Spring 2020 term and 9 students received one-time application-based emergency aid grants. As of March 31, 2021, Mansfield University had 1425 eligible students for the Spring 2021 term, with 105 students receiving one-time application-based emergency aid grants. Awards ranged from $220 to $2500, with the average award being $1396.60 and an $1000 median.
6. Mansfield University awarded block grants to students who met the following criteria:
   1. Enrolled as a degree-seeking student on March 13, 2020, the date of the declaration of the national emergency
   2. Valid FAFSA for the 2019-20 Academic year on file
      1. Not in default
      2. Meeting satisfactory academic progress
   3. Not in an exclusively online program*
      1. Students enrolled in an online program that either lived in on-campus residence halls or were enrolled in on-campus classes were granted an exception as they were impacted by a disruption of campus services
   4. Mansfield University awarded application-based grants to students who met the above criteria for the spring 2020 term as well as to newly enrolled students for the fall 2020 and spring 2021 terms who met the following criteria:
      1. Enrolled as a degree-seeking student for the Fall 2020 or Spring 2021 term
      2. Valid FAFSA for the 2020-21 academic year on file
         1. Not in default
         2. Meeting satisfactory academic progress
      3. Not in an exclusively online program
   5. Communication to students included:
      1. An email from Mansfield University President Charles Patterson on April 29, 2020 that included information on upcoming disbursements of CARES Act Emergency Financial Aid Grants to eligible students.
      2. Information has been posted on the University’s financial aid webpage, which includes the following:
         
         

         FAQs - CARES Act Emergency Aid Block Grants

         What is the CARES Act emergency aid block grant?

         The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act) established the Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund. Using a formula established by Congress, the funds were allocated to institutions of higher education to provide emergency financial aid grants to eligible students for expenses related to the disruption of campus operations due to coronavirus.

         How do I know if I’m eligible?

         Department of Education guidance requires that grant recipients meet federal student aid eligibility requirements. Requirements include, but are not limited to:

         • Be enrolled in a degree program
         • Be a U.S. citizen or national, a permanent resident, or an eligible noncitizen
         • Valid 2019-20 FAFSA on file
         • Meeting Satisfactory Academic Progress
         • Not in default on any federal loans
         • No overpayments on federal grants or loans

         Additionally, the Department of Education has stated students enrolled in an exclusively online program are not eligible because they were not impacted by a disruption of campus services.

         How much is the block grant?

         Mansfield University is awarding a one-time $500 grant to each student that meets the eligibility requirements set forth by the Department of Education.

         What can it be used for?

         The emergency aid grants can be used for expenses associated with standard cost of attendance items such as food, housing, childcare, transportation, books and other supplies and technology. If you plan to purchase technology to assist with remote learning, our Campus Technology website may offer some guidance: https://ct.mansfield.edu/

         I’m experiencing a significant financial hardship. Is more funding available?

         Additional funding for extreme situations will be available soon. Check back soon for the funding policy and application information.

      3. Upon disbursement, students received an email notification from the Office of Financial Aid that included the following message:
         
         

         Dear FIRST NAME,

         The Office of Financial Aid has identified you as an eligible student for the Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund under the CARES Act. You have received a one-time block grant of $500. These funds, payable directly to the student, are to be used for expenses associated with the disruption of campus operations due to coronavirus, such as food, housing, course materials, technology, health care, and child-care expenses.

         If you have provided your bank information in Student Self-Service, the funds will be direct deposited to your account within 3-5 business days. If we do not have your bank information, a check will be mailed to your home address.

         Visit our site for more information.

         Be safe and be well.

Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund II Reporting – Emergency Financial Aid Grants to Students

For Quarter Ending March 31, 2021

1. Mansfield University signed and returned to the Department of Education the Certification and Agreement to receive funds under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CRRSAA Act. Mansfield University will use no less than 50% of the total funds received to provide Emergency Financial Aid Grants to students.
2. Mansfield University will receive $966,059 from the Department to provide Emergency Financial Aid Grants to students.
3. As of March 31, 2021, Mansfield University has distributed $840,850 in Emergency Financial Aid Grants Block Grants and $125,209 in one-time application-based Emergency Aid Grants, for a total of $966,059, expending the full HEERF II student aid allocation.
4. As of March 31, 2021, Mansfield University had 1425 students eligible to receive Emergency Financial Aid Grants to students under the CRRSAA Act.
5. As of March 31, 2021, Mansfield University distributed block grants in the following manner:
   1. $750 to 383 students with an expected family contribution (EFC) of $0
   2. $600 to 326 students with an EFC between $1 and $5711
   3. $500 to 716 students with an EFC > $5711 and non-FAFSA filers.
   4. Application based awards were made to 79 students. Awards ranged from $280 to $2500, with the average award being $1584.92 and a $1500 median.
6. Mansfield University awarded grants to students who met the following criteria:
   1. Enrolled as a degree-seeking student on February 19, 2021, the spring term census date
   2. S Citizen or eligible non-citizen

Quarterly Budget and Expenditure Reporting under CARES Act Sections 18804(a)(1) and (a)(2) Institutional Portions (pdf)

Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund Reporting

Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund Reporting – Emergency Financial Aid Grants to Students For Quarter Ending December 31, 2020

1. Mansfield University signed and returned to the Department of Education the Certification and Agreement to receive funds under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act. Mansfield University will use no less than 50% of the total funds received to provide Emergency Financial Aid Grants to students.
2. Mansfield University will receive $966,059 from the Department to provide Emergency Financial Aid Grants to students.
3. As of December 31, 2020, Mansfield University has distributed $660,000 in Emergency Financial Aid Grants Block Grants and $159,416 in one-time application-based Emergency Aid Grants, for a total of $819,416.
4. As of December 31, 2020, Mansfield University had 1321 students eligible to participate in programs under Section 484 in Title IV of the Higher Education Act of 1965 and thus eligible to receive Emergency Financial Aid Grants to students under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act.
5. As of December 31, 2020, Mansfield University distributed $500 to each of the 1321 eligible students in the Spring 2020 term and 9 students received one-time application-based emergency aid grants. As of December 31, 2020, Mansfield University had 1344 eligible students for the fall 2020 term, with 111 students receiving one-time application-based emergency aid grants. Awards ranged from $200 to $2500, with the average award being $1377.62 and an $1000 median.
6. Mansfield University awarded block grants to students who met the following criteria:
   1. Enrolled as a degree-seeking student on March 13, 2020, the date of the declaration of the national emergency
   2. Valid FAFSA for the 2019-20 Academic year on file
      1. Not in default
      2. Meeting satisfactory academic progress
   3. Not in an exclusively online program*
      1. Students enrolled in an online program that either lived in on-campus residence halls or were enrolled in on-campus classes were granted an exception as they were impacted by a disruption of campus services
7. Mansfield University awarded application-based grants to students who met the above criteria for the spring 2020 term as well as to newly enrolled students for the fall 2020 term who met the following criteria:
   1. Enrolled as a degree-seeking student for the Fall 2020 term
   2. Valid FAFSA for the 2020-21 academic year on file
      1. Not in default
      2. Meeting satisfactory academic progress
   3. Not in an exclusively online program
8. Communication to students included:
   1. An email from Mansfield University President Charles Patterson on April 29, 2020 that included information on upcoming disbursements of CARES Act Emergency Financial Aid Grants to eligible students.
   2. Information has been posted on the University’s financial aid webpage, which includes the following:
      
      

      FAQs - CARES Act Emergency Aid Block Grants

      What is the CARES Act emergency aid block grant?

      The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act) established the Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund. Using a formula established by Congress, the funds were allocated to institutions of higher education to provide emergency financial aid grants to eligible students for expenses related to the disruption of campus operations due to coronavirus.

      How do I know if I’m eligible?

      Department of Education guidance requires that grant recipients meet federal student aid eligibility requirements. Requirements include, but are not limited to:

      • Be enrolled in a degree program
      • Be a U.S. citizen or national, a permanent resident, or an eligible noncitizen
      • Valid 2019-20 FAFSA on file
      • Meeting Satisfactory Academic Progress
      • Not in default on any federal loans
      • No overpayments on federal grants or loans

      Additionally, the Department of Education has stated students enrolled in an exclusively online program are not eligible because they were not impacted by a disruption of campus services.

      How much is the block grant?

      Mansfield University is awarding a one-time $500 grant to each student that meets the eligibility requirements set forth by the Department of Education.

      What can it be used for?

      The emergency aid grants can be used for expenses associated with standard cost of attendance items such as food, housing, childcare, transportation, books and other supplies and technology. If you plan to purchase technology to assist with remote learning, our Campus Technology website may offer some guidance: https://ct.mansfield.edu/

      I’m experiencing a significant financial hardship. Is more funding available?

      Additional funding for extreme situations will be available soon. Check back soon for the funding policy and application information.

   3. Upon disbursement, students received an email notification from the Office of Financial Aid that included the following message:
      
      

      Dear FIRST NAME,

      The Office of Financial Aid has identified you as an eligible student for the Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund under the CARES Act. You have received a one-time block grant of $500. These funds, payable directly to the student, are to be used for expenses associated with the disruption of campus operations due to coronavirus, such as food, housing, course materials, technology, health care, and child-care expenses.

      If you have provided your bank information in Student Self-Service, the funds will be direct deposited to your account within 3-5 business days. If we do not have your bank information, a check will be mailed to your home address.

      Visit our site for more information.

      Be safe and be well.

Quarterly Budget and Expenditure Reporting under CARES Act Sections 18004(a)(1) Institutional Portion (pdf)

Emergency Financial Aid Grants to Students For Quarter Ending September 30, 2020

1. Mansfield University signed and returned to the Department of Education the Certification and Agreement to receive funds under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act. Mansfield University will use no less than 50% of the total funds received to provide Emergency Financial Aid Grants to students.
2. Mansfield University will receive $966,059 from the Department to provide Emergency Financial Aid Grants to students.
3. As of September 30, 2020, Mansfield University has distributed $660,000 in Emergency Financial Aid Grants Block Grants and $60,450 in one-time application-based Emergency Aid Grants, for a total of $720,450.
4. As of September 30, 2020, Mansfield University had 1321 students eligible to participate in programs under Section 484 in Title IV of the Higher Education Act of 1965 and thus eligible to receive Emergency Financial Aid Grants to students under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act.
5. As of September 30, 2020, Mansfield University distributed $500 to each of the 1321 eligible students in the Spring 2020 term and 9 students received one-time application-based emergency aid grants. As of September 30, 2020, Mansfield University had 1344 eligible students for the fall 2020 term, with 52 students receiving one-time application-based emergency aid grants. Awards ranged from $200 to $2500, with the average award being $1037.50 and an $800 median.
6. Mansfield University awarded block grants to students who met the following criteria:
   1. Enrolled as a degree-seeking student on March 13, 2020, the date of the declaration of the national emergency
   2. Valid FAFSA for the 2019-20 Academic year on file
      1. Not in default
      2. Meeting satisfactory academic progress
   3. Not in an exclusively online program*
      1. Students enrolled in an online program that either lived in on-campus residence halls or were enrolled in on-campus classes were granted an exception as they were impacted by a disruption of campus services
7. Mansfield University awarded application-based grants to students who met the above criteria for the spring 2020 term as well as to newly enrolled students for the fall 2020 term who met the following criteria:
   1. Enrolled as a degree-seeking student for the Fall 2020 term
   2. Valid FAFSA for the 2020-21 academic year on file
      1. Not in default
      2. Meeting satisfactory academic progress
   3. Not in an exclusively online program
8. Communication to students included:
   1. An email from Mansfield University President Charles Patterson on April 29, 2020 that included information on upcoming disbursements of CARES Act Emergency Financial Aid Grants to eligible students.
   2. Information has been posted on the University’s financial aid webpage, which includes the following:
      
      

      FAQs - CARES Act Emergency Aid Block Grants

      What is the CARES Act emergency aid block grant?

      The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act) established the Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund. Using a formula established by Congress, the funds were allocated to institutions of higher education to provide emergency financial aid grants to eligible students for expenses related to the disruption of campus operations due to coronavirus.

      How do I know if I’m eligible?

      Department of Education guidance requires that grant recipients meet federal student aid eligibility requirements. Requirements include, but are not limited to:

      • Be enrolled in a degree program
      • Be a U.S. citizen or national, a permanent resident, or an eligible noncitizen
      • Valid 2019-20 FAFSA on file
      • Meeting Satisfactory Academic Progress
      • Not in default on any federal loans
      • No overpayments on federal grants or loans

      Additionally, the Department of Education has stated students enrolled in an exclusively online program are not eligible because they were not impacted by a disruption of campus services.

      How much is the block grant?

      Mansfield University is awarding a one-time $500 grant to each student that meets the eligibility requirements set forth by the Department of Education.

      What can it be used for?

      The emergency aid grants can be used for expenses associated with standard cost of attendance items such as food, housing, childcare, transportation, books and other supplies and technology. If you plan to purchase technology to assist with remote learning, our Campus Technology website may offer some guidance: https://ct.mansfield.edu/

      I’m experiencing a significant financial hardship. Is more funding available?

      Additional funding for extreme situations will be available soon. Check back soon for the funding policy and application information.

   3. Upon disbursement, students received an email notification from the Office of Financial Aid that included the following message:
      
      

      Dear FIRST NAME,

      The Office of Financial Aid has identified you as an eligible student for the Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund under the CARES Act. You have received a one-time block grant of $500. These funds, payable directly to the student, are to be used for expenses associated with the disruption of campus operations due to coronavirus, such as food, housing, course materials, technology, health care, and child-care expenses.

      If you have provided your bank information in Student Self-Service, the funds will be direct deposited to your account within 3-5 business days. If we do not have your bank information, a check will be mailed to your home address.

      Visit our site for more information.

      Be safe and be well.

Quarterly Budget and Expenditure Reporting under CARES Act Sections 18004(a)(1) Institutional Portion (pdf)

Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund Reporting – Emergency Financial Aid Grants to Students (Updated August 14, 2020)

1. Mansfield University signed and returned to the Department of Education the Certification and Agreement to receive funds under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act. Mansfield University will use no less than 50% of the total funds received to provide Emergency Financial Aid Grants to students.
2. Mansfield University will receive $966,059 from the Department to provide Emergency Financial Aid Grants to students.
3. As of August 14, 2020, Mansfield University has distributed $660,000 in Emergency Financial Aid Grants Block Grants and $12,750 in one-time application-based Emergency Aid Grants.
4. As of August 14, 2020, Mansfield University had 1321 students eligible to participate in programs under Section 484 in Title IV of the Higher Education Act of 1965 and thus eligible to receive Emergency Financial Aid Grants to students under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act.
5. As of August 14, 2020, Mansfield University distributed $500 to each of the 1321 eligible students, and 15 students received one-time application-based emergency aid grants.
6. Mansfield University awarded block grants to students who met the following criteria:
   1. Enrolled as a degree-seeking student on March 13, 2020, the date of the declaration of the national emergency
   2. Valid FAFSA for the 2019-20 Academic year on file
      1. Not in default
      2. Meeting satisfactory academic progress
   3. Not in an exclusively online program*
      1. Students enrolled in an online program that either lived in on-campus residence halls or were enrolled in on-campus classes were granted an exception as they were impacted by a disruption of campus services
7. Mansfield University awarded application-based grants to students who met the above criteria for the spring 2020 term as well as to newly enrolled students for the fall 2020 term who met the following criteria:
   1. Enrolled as a degree-seeking student for the Fall 2020 term
   2. Valid FAFSA for the 2020-21 academic year on file
      1. Not in default
      2. Meeting satisfactory academic progress
   3. Not in an exclusively online program
8. Communication to students included:
   1. An email from Mansfield University President Charles Patterson on April 29, 2020 that included information on upcoming disbursements of CARES Act Emergency Financial Aid Grants to eligible students.
   2. Information has been posted on the University’s financial aid webpage, which includes the following:
      
      

      FAQs - CARES Act Emergency Aid Block Grants

      What is the CARES Act emergency aid block grant?

      The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act) established the Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund. Using a formula established by Congress, the funds were allocated to institutions of higher education to provide emergency financial aid grants to eligible students for expenses related to the disruption of campus operations due to coronavirus.

      How do I know if I’m eligible?

      Department of Education guidance requires that grant recipients meet federal student aid eligibility requirements. Requirements include, but are not limited to:

      • Be enrolled in a degree program
      • Be a U.S. citizen or national, a permanent resident, or an eligible noncitizen
      • Valid 2019-20 FAFSA on file
      • Meeting Satisfactory Academic Progress
      • Not in default on any federal loans
      • No overpayments on federal grants or loans

      Additionally, the Department of Education has stated students enrolled in an exclusively online program are not eligible because they were not impacted by a disruption of campus services.

      How much is the block grant?

      Mansfield University is awarding a one-time $500 grant to each student that meets the eligibility requirements set forth by the Department of Education.

      What can it be used for?

      The emergency aid grants can be used for expenses associated with standard cost of attendance items such as food, housing, childcare, transportation, books and other supplies and technology. If you plan to purchase technology to assist with remote learning, our Campus Technology website may offer some guidance: https://ct.mansfield.edu/

      I’m experiencing a significant financial hardship. Is more funding available?

      Additional funding for extreme situations will be available soon. Check back soon for the funding policy and application information.

   3. Upon disbursement, students received an email notification from the Office of Financial Aid that included the following message:
      
      

      Dear FIRST NAME,

      The Office of Financial Aid has identified you as an eligible student for the Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund under the CARES Act. You have received a one-time block grant of $500. These funds, payable directly to the student, are to be used for expenses associated with the disruption of campus operations due to coronavirus, such as food, housing, course materials, technology, health care, and child-care expenses.

      If you have provided your bank information in Student Self-Service, the funds will be direct deposited to your account within 3-5 business days. If we do not have your bank information, a check will be mailed to your home address.

      Visit our site for more information.

      Be safe and be well.

Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund Reporting – Emergency Financial Aid Grants to Students (Updated May 8, 2020)

1. Mansfield University signed and returned to the Department of Education the Certification and Agreement to receive funds under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act. Mansfield University will use no less than 50% of the total funds received to provide Emergency Financial Aid Grants to students.
2. Mansfield University will receive $966,059 from the Department to provide Emergency Financial Aid Grants to students.
3. As of May 8, 2020, Mansfield University has distributed $659,000 in Emergency Financial Aid Grants.
4. As of May 8, 2020, Mansfield University had 1318 students eligible to participate in programs under Section 484 in Title IV of the Higher Education Act of 1965 and thus eligible to receive Emergency Financial Aid Grants to students under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act.
5. As of May 8, 2020, Mansfield University distributed $500 to each of the 1318 eligible students.
6. Mansfield University awarded grants to students who met the following criteria:
   1. Enrolled as a degree-seeking student on March 13, 2020, the date of the declaration of the national emergency
   2. Valid FAFSA for the 2019-20 Academic year on file
      1. Not in default
      2. Meeting satisfactory academic progress
   3. Not in an exclusively online program*
      1. Students enrolled in an online program that either lived in on-campus residence halls or were enrolled in on-campus classes were granted an exception as they were impacted by a disruption of campus services
7. Communication to students included:
   1. An email from Mansfield University President Charles Patterson on April 29, 2020 that included information on upcoming disbursements of CARES Act Emergency Financial Aid Grants to eligible students.
   2. Information has been posted on the University’s financial aid webpage, which includes the following:
      
      

      FAQs - CARES Act Emergency Aid Block Grants

      What is the CARES Act emergency aid block grant?

      The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act) established the Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund. Using a formula established by Congress, the funds were allocated to institutions of higher education to provide emergency financial aid grants to eligible students for expenses related to the disruption of campus operations due to coronavirus.

      How do I know if I’m eligible?

      Department of Education guidance requires that grant recipients meet federal student aid eligibility requirements. Requirements include, but are not limited to:

      • Be enrolled in a degree program
      • Be a U.S. citizen or national, a permanent resident, or an eligible noncitizen
      • Valid 2019-20 FAFSA on file
      • Meeting Satisfactory Academic Progress
      • Not in default on any federal loans
      • No overpayments on federal grants or loans

      Additionally, the Department of Education has stated students enrolled in an exclusively online program are not eligible because they were not impacted by a disruption of campus services.

      How much is the block grant?

      Mansfield University is awarding a one-time $500 grant to each student that meets the eligibility requirements set forth by the Department of Education.

      What can it be used for?

      The emergency aid grants can be used for expenses associated with standard cost of attendance items such as food, housing, childcare, transportation, books and other supplies and technology. If you plan to purchase technology to assist with remote learning, our Campus Technology website may offer some guidance: https://ct.mansfield.edu/

      I’m experiencing a significant financial hardship. Is more funding available?

      Additional funding for extreme situations will be available soon. Check back soon for the funding policy and application information.

   3. Upon disbursement, students received an email notification from the Office of Financial Aid that included the following message:
      
      

      Dear FIRST NAME,

      The Office of Financial Aid has identified you as an eligible student for the Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund under the CARES Act. You have received a one-time block grant of $500. These funds, payable directly to the student, are to be used for expenses associated with the disruption of campus operations due to coronavirus, such as food, housing, course materials, technology, health care, and child-care expenses.

      If you have provided your bank information in Student Self-Service, the funds will be direct deposited to your account within 3-5 business days. If we do not have your bank information, a check will be mailed to your home address.

      Visit our site for more information.

      Be safe and be well.

The CARES Act Emergency Aid Grant application is now available for the Spring 2021 semester. Eligible students may request a one-time grant to assist with expenses related to a disruption of campus services due to COVID-19.

In order to apply, you must meet the following criteria:

• Valid 2020 FAFSA on file
• Meet the eligibility requirements for federal student aid, which includes, but is not limited to:
  • Satisfactory academic progress
  • Registered for Selective Service (males over 18 years of age)
  • Not in default or have an overpayment of any federal student aid
• Enrolled for the spring semester in a program that is normally a face to face program.

To complete the online application:

1. Go to mansfield.verifymyfafsa.com
   
   If this is your first time accessing this site, you will be asked to verify your first name, last name, date of birth and social security number. You must enter the information exactly as it was entered on your FAFSA or you will receive an error message. Once you have verified your identity, you will be able to log in using your Mansfield University email and password.

*If you receive a "stale request" message when clicking on the link, please sign out of all platforms that utilize the Single Sign On (MU email and password), close your browser and open a new session. Type "mansfield.verifymyfafsa.com" into your browser’s address bar and you should then be taken to the log in screen.

2. In the top right-hand corner, click on the button to add a request – "+ Request"
3. From the pop-up menu, click on the + next to emergency aid request
4. Provide a short reason for the request and hit submit
5. You will be automatically redirected back to your "task" page to complete the emergency aid request application
6. Once your application has been reviewed, you will receive an email notification of the outcome (approved, denied, or a request for additional information)

The CARES Act Emergency Aid Grant application is now available for the fall 2020 semester. Eligible students may request a one-time grant to assist with expenses related to a disruption of campus services due to COVID-19.

In order to apply, you must meet the following criteria:

• Valid 2020 FAFSA on file

Meet the eligibility requirements for federal student aid, which includes, but is not limited to:

• Satisfactory academic progress
  • Registered for Selective Service (males over 18 years of age)
  • Not in default or have an overpayment of any federal student aid
• Enrolled for the fall semester in a program that is normally a face to face program.

To complete the online application:

• Go to mansfield.verifymyfafsa.com

If this is your first time accessing this site, you will be asked to verify your first name, last name, date of birth and social security number. You must enter the information exactly as it was entered on your FAFSA or you will receive an error message. Once you have verified your identity, you will be able to log in using your Mansfield University email and password.

1. In the top right-hand corner, click on the button to add a request – "+ Request" From the pop-up menu, click on the + next to emergency aid request
2. Provide a short reason for the request and hit submit
3. You will be automatically redirected back to your "task" page to complete the emergency aid request application
4. Once your application has been reviewed, you will receive an email notification of the outcome (approved, denied, or a request for additional information)

What is the CARES Act emergency aid block grant?

The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act) established the Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund. Using a formula established by Congress, the funds were allocated to institutions of higher education to provide emergency financial aid grants to eligible students for expenses related to the disruption of campus operations due to coronavirus.

How do I know if I’m eligible?

Department of Education guidance requires that grant recipients meet federal student aid eligibility requirements. Requirements include, but are not limited to:

• Be enrolled in a degree program
• Be a U.S. citizen or national, a permanent resident, or an eligible noncitizen
• Valid 2019-20 FAFSA on file
• Meeting Satisfactory Academic Progress
• Not in default on any federal loans
• No overpayments on federal grants or loans

Additionally, the Department of Education has stated students enrolled in an exclusively online program are not eligible because they were not impacted by a disruption of campus services.

How much is the block grant?

Mansfield University is awarding a one-time $500 grant to each student that meets the eligibility requirements set forth by the Department of Education.

What can it be used for?

The emergency aid grants can be used for expenses associated with standard cost of attendance items such as food, housing, childcare, transportation, books and other supplies and technology. If you plan to purchase technology to assist with remote learning, our Campus Technology website may offer some guidance: https://ct.mansfield.edu/

I'm experiencing a significant financial hardship. Is more funding available?

Additional funding for extreme situations will be available soon. Check back soon for the funding policy and application information.