(This is a one time program available now through June 30, 2025 as funding permits.)
The purpose of this fund is to make mental health care services more accessible to our students by alleviating or reducing financial barriers. Many times, students who need a higher level of care than is offered on campus are not able to do so because of financial burden. Students must submit clear documentation (medical bills, receipts, invoices, etc. from October 1, 2024-June 30, 2025) in order to be considered for an award.
The maximum award is $2000.
Approved Mental Health Expenses:
Out of pocket costs associated with:
- Intensive outpatient programs (IOP, PHP)
- Psychiatry or therapy co pays
- Inpatient hospitalization
- Diagnostic and/or psychological testing (autism, ADHD, etc.)
- Medications
- Transportation to/from appointments
- Childcare costs associated with attending counseling/therapy sessions
Eligibility:
- Enrolled at least half-time in a degree-seeking program
- Any rank- undergraduate, graduate, or HCOM
- Tuition must be paid for the semester (cannot have an outstanding/overdue balance).
- Student has a FAFSA on file with the Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships (or willing to complete one, if able).
- Proven record of academic progress verified by earned credits, GPA, and in good academic standing
- Priority given to students in good academic standing and meeting Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) standards
Application Process:
- Application:Please complete the Mental Health Care Grant Application and submit all appropriate documentation. Please note that documentation does not need to include information about diagnosis. It should clearly indicate the mental health care need and the out of pocket cost to you.
- Review Process & Award Decision:Our team will review the application following their internal processes (which includes a financial aid review) and contact the student via their OHIO email within approximately 5 business days regarding the decision, or if additional information is needed.
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Payment:Awards will be applied within 3-5 business days of the decision being rendered. Funds will be awarded via direct deposit. If you are not already signed up for direct deposit with the University, you should set up direct deposit prior to applying for this grant. Information on enrolling for direct deposit can be found here.
PLEASE NOTE:
Information submitted will be used to determine eligibility. It may be shared with other University offices that have a need to know for purpose of reviewing and processing your request, and/or to comply with University policy or law.
Questions:
For questions about this process, contact Associate Dean of Students, Kim Rouse, by email or phone (740.593.1800).
