Graduate Policies

Financial Hardship

Graduate College Emergency Loans - The Graduate College offers emergency loans of up to $1,000 to graduate students in need. This program requires students to be on UD's payroll so that the loan can be repaid via deductions from future earnings. To apply, email grad@udel.edu.

University of Delaware’s Student Crisis Fund – UD’s Student Crisis Fund supports eligible students who face a serious financial hardship due to unanticipated crisis. Situations are considered on a case-by-case basis and may eliminate unforeseen barriers to students’ persistence at UD such as food or home insecurity, travel costs related to a sudden death or illness in the immediate family, out-of-pocket medical costs, or replacement of personal belongings due to fire, natural disaster, or theft.

To apply, complete the application form. For assistance, contact Student Advocacy & Support at 302-831-8939 or studentsupport@udel.edu.

Blue Hen Bounty Food Pantry - Blue Hen Bounty is a student-run food pantry that provides supplemental nutrition to all UD students in need of this support. Blue Hen Bounty is located at St. Thomas's Episcopal Church at 276 South College Avenue and is open by appointment Monday-Thursday 9-12 pm.

Special Support for International Students - International students and scholars can seek financial assistance in the form of emergency assistance funds, local food aid support and free/discounted services. Please note that international students should not apply for or receive certain public benefits from federal, state, county or local public service agencies, as doing so may jeopardize your non-immigrant status in the U.S.

Special Support from Academic Programs – Some UD academic programs offer program-specific emergency grants/funding. For additional information, contact the director of your program of study.

Mental Health

UD’s Center for Counseling & Student Development (CCSD) is a nationally accredited counseling center and the University’s central hub for student mental health support. CCSD provides walk-in crisis services and delivers a range of mental health services including short-term, goal-directed counseling, group therapy and programming, and psychiatric evaluation and medication management for selected mental health concerns. CCSD assists students in navigating on‑ and off‑campus resources, provides confidential consultation to parents, faculty and staff, and conducts outreach and training to a variety of stakeholders. CCSD is staffed by an interdisciplinary team of mental health professionals and hosts a robust, nationally accredited training program for emerging clinicians. Our staff specialize in the mental health and developmental needs of students in emerging adulthood.

CCSD partners with TimelyCare, UD’s 24/7/365 virtual mental health support service. All UD students (including part‑time, full-time, professional, graduate and undergraduate students) have access to 24/7 virtual mental health care through TimelyCare. Students can connect with licensed counselors on demand or schedule routine appointments with a provider of their choice. Most students are matched with a professional within minutes when using the 24/7 support option, or they can browse providers and book a scheduled session at their convenience. Faculty and staff consultation is available 24/7 by calling 1-833-4-TIMELY.

To connect with CCSD, drop in to Warner Hall, web-book an appointment or call 302-831-WELL (9355) during business hours on weekdays. To connect with TimelyCare, download the app from the App or Google Play store or visit www.udel.edu/students/health-wellbeing/mental-health/timelycare/. TimelyCare customer service support is available 24/7 at 1-833-4-TIMELY.

Individuals in need of crisis support are reminded to dial 988 to reach the National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, which is available 24/7/365.  Individuals experiencing an emergency, or who require immediate medical or police assistance, should call 911.