College can be hard to afford, and we understand that. It can be challenging to find the funds for tuition, but there are also many other associated costs (like books, technology, transportation) that can be overwhelming. We want to be here to support you when you are having trouble making ends meet. As a designated "PSU Support Ambassador," I volunteer to help my students when they struggle with the costs of college. Come see me anytime! You can also start the journey to getting support by browsing the resources listed here.

 

Affordability & Basic Needs Support Service

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Emergency Financial Assistance

The Student Support Foundation offers small grants that can help you get through an immediate financial crisis. Funding is available for students currently enrolled and taking classes at Plymouth State University. The average granted funds range from $75 to $100, with a maximum grant of $200. Check out what these grants can be used for, and learn more about the Student Support Foundation at the link!

 

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Campus Food Pantry

The PSU Student Support Foundation maintains a campus food pantry in the HUB, and there are other, smaller satellite pantries across campus. Anyone can use them anytime! That's just one way PSU can help get you fed when you are having trouble affording food. Explore the food pantry and other supports at the link!

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Financial Aid Office

Student Financial Services has a whole team of folks who can assist you with your financial aid quesions and concerns. Browse the website for information about the FAFSA, scholarships, veteran's services, and how to make an appointment with a financial aid consultant who can help you one-on-one.

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Lamson Library Course Books

Did you know that Lamson Library has all the books for your 1000- and 2000-level courses? With just a few exceptions (workbooks and digital access codes), we have all of these course books on reserve. Pop into Lamson and inquire at the Info Desk and we will hook you up! We pay also have books for your upper-level courses as well, or a way for you to access them digitally, so check with us to see if we can assist.

 

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Your Advisor

Your advisor is a terrific person to check in with, even when it's not time to register for courses. An advisor can listen to your concerns and direct you to the correct services, and can also offer advice on how you can succeed. Just email your advisor and ask for an appointment, ANYTIME! If you don't mesh well with your advisor, did you know you can choose ANY PSU professor to be your advisor? Need to find our who your advisor is? Or change to a new advisor? Start at the Career & Advising Center website!

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Office Hours

"Office Hours" are open hours when your professor will be in their office waiting to meet with students. They should be listed on the syllbus for every PSU course you take. You can go there with ANY questions or concerns you have about your classwork, homework, or participation in the course. But your professors may also have ideas about how to make their class more affordable (like books you can borrow or equipment or materials they can supply for you). No appointment needed-- just show up! If for some reason a professor is not in their office as scheduled, check with the nearest office worker for info.

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The Frost House

Do you think you may need to withdraw from a course you are currently failing? Do you have a severe personal issue that might mean you can't finish your semester? Have you tried everything but just can't find the funds to pay your bill? The Frost House is a place that can assist you when your financial concerns feel overwhelming. Take a look at their website and get in touch and they will advise you on next steps.

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