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Life happens. We believe all students should have access to resources they need to succeed in college and finish their education. The Student Emergency Fund is an emergency grant for Alliant International University students who are dealing with unanticipated and/or catastrophic life events that might otherwise cause the student to stop or pause their educational goals. The funding is provided by the Alliant Education Foundation and is managed by a campus committee. Applications are accepted for consideration by June 30, 2026. Applications will be reviewed and grants awarded based on available funds. Once funds are exhausted, additional applications will not be accepted or reviewed. All award decisions are final.

Students are eligible to receive funding once an academic year. Awards are generally capped at $500.00. Please note, the Student Emergency Fund may affect future financial aid award packages for students and may be considered taxable income. Student considering applying are urged to consult with their financial aid advisor or the Student Business Services office for more information regarding the impact of this grant.

This grant will only be awarded after a student has submitted an online application, provided supporting documentation of their emergency, and submitted a personal statement. Please note, every situation is considered on a case-by-case basis. The Committee will consider the nature and urgency of each situation. Generally, in order to access the fund, a student must have exhausted all other available financial options (which may include financial aid awards). However, this looks different for every student. The Committee encourages all students experiencing an emergency to apply so options can be explored.

Please note that this is a grant of emergency funding and not a scholarship.

Expenses covered include, but are not limited to:

• Personal medical, dental, or mental health emergencies
• Emergency family medical or death expenses for those you financially support
• Safety and health related needs
• Rent and utilities, in case of emergency
  • For example: If you are hospitalized and unable to work, therefore you cannot pay your rent
• Care for dependents
• Costs related to major accidents or loss due to fire, theft, or natural disaster

Expenses NOT covered include, but are not limited to:

• Tuition and fees from Alliant, or any other expenses at other institutions of higher education
• Legal fees
• Student travel/conference/lodging
• Non-essential utilities (as determined by Committee)
• Costs of entertainment, recreation, personal, or non-emergency travel expenses
• Outstanding personal debt, including credit card debt

The Committee will request documentation and reserves the right to request receipts.

Funds are available until they run out, or by June 30, 2026.

Eligibility Consideration

• Eligibility is limited to one AEF Student Emergency Fund award per calendar year.
• Student must be in good academic standing or supply a relevant letter from their Program Director
• Student must be currently taking classes at Alliant International University
  • During summer semester, student must be registered for at least six (6) credits for fall semester if not enrolled in summer classes
• Student must submit a completed online application, a personal statement, and supplementary documents showing financial need
• Students are only eligible to receive this grant once per calendar year
• Students who receive Alliant tuition waivers or Alliant-issued grants are not eligible to receive this scholarship (e.g. EduConnect)
• Students must have exhausted all other financial options (considered on a case by case basis)
• All students are welcome to apply, independent of immigration status

Application Process

• Submit your completed application
• Submit your personal statement: 
  • Tell us what happened
  • Explain why this was unanticipated
  • Specify amount and purpose of funds requested; and
    Tell us how this affects your education.
• Submit your documentation of financial need (For example, include a copy of a bill, quote for a procedure, demand for rent, etc.)
• Once all submission requirements are met, a representative from the Committee will contact you as quickly as possible to set up a time to speak. Please thoroughly review the requirements before applying.

Eligibility Consideration

• Must have graduated from an Alliant International University Undergraduate, Master's, or Doctoral degree program.
• Must meet all admission requirements and be fully admitted and confirmed into an Alliant International University Graduate degree program.
• The award is only available to students starting a new program during 2026.
• Students who receive Alliant tuition waivers or other Alliant-issued grants are not eligible to receive this grant.

Grant Award Amounts

• $2,500 for Alliant Alumni who enroll in a Masters Degree level program; $5,000 for Alliant Alumni who enroll in a Doctoral Degree level program

Awarding of Funds

• Award recipients must be enrolled full-time and must be continuously enrolled for continued eligibility for the full amount of the award. See Alliant Institutional Scholarships FAQ for full-time requirements.
• The student must apply by the add/drop date of a term or semester to be eligible to receive the grant in that respective term.
• Award for Master's degree level is spread over two years of $1,250 per academic year.  Award for Doctoral degree level is spread over four years of $1,250 per academic year. 
• For 15-week semester-based students, the award funds will be disbursed in increments of $625 per upcoming Fall and Spring semester for the continuation of the program until the scholarships have been exhausted.
• For 8-week term-based students, the award funds will be disbursed in increments of $312.50 per upcoming August, October, January, and March term for the continuation of the program until the scholarships have been exhausted.
• The scholarship will only be applied to student tuition and fee balances at Alliant International University
• Students who lose eligibility after being selected/awarded due to extenuating circumstances may apply for reinstatement.  Approval for reinstatement of scholarship eligibility is not guaranteed. Denial of reinstatement requests is not subject to appeal.
• Please see the Alliant Scholarship FAQ for additional information on scholarship awarding and eligibility requirements

At Alliant University, we’re expanding access to advanced education for those dedicated to shaping the next generation. The Educator Advancement Grant empowers passionate teachers to pursue their Master’s in Education, opening doors for future leaders ready to make a lasting impact in their classrooms and communities. Eligibility
To be considered for this grant, applicants must:

1. Be a new Preliminary Teaching Credential (Single Subject, Multiple Subject, or Education Specialist) with Master of Arts in Education (MAE) candidate who submits a new online application between February 12, 2026, and March 2, 2026.
2. Register for the grant using the following link: Click Here
3. Meet all admission requirements and be admitted without conditions into an eligible Preliminary Teaching Credential with MAE program for the March 2026 term.
4. Submit an executed Enrollment Agreement on or before March 6, 2026.

Grant Application Deadline: March 2, 2026
  Eligibility Considerations

• Students who are currently or were previously enrolled in any Alliant master’s or credential programs are not eligible.
• Recipients must maintain good academic standing, defined as maintaining a minimum Alliant International University GPA of 3.0.
• Eligible students must be admitted without conditions, confirmed, and begin one of the following programs in the March 2026 term:
  • Single Subject or Multiple Subject Preliminary Teaching Credential with MAE
  • Education Specialist Preliminary Teaching Credential with MAE
• Candidates in the Single Subject or Multiple Subject Preliminary Teaching Credential with MAE program must complete three 3-credit master’s-level courses to fulfill degree requirements.
• Candidates in the Education Specialist Preliminary Teaching Credential with MAE program must complete two 3-credit master’s-level courses to fulfill degree requirements.
• Recipients must be enrolled full-time and remain continuously enrolled in their respective program to retain full eligibility for the award amount.
• Those who receive Preferred Pricing tuition reductions, Alliant tuition waivers, or any Alliant-issued scholarships or grants are not eligible to receive this grant. It cannot be combined with any other California School of Education grant for the March 2026 term.

Awarding of Funds: Single Subject or Multiple Subject Preliminary Teaching Credential with MAE

• Total award amount: $7,428, calculated at the 2025–2026 teaching credential unit rate of $825 for 9 required units (three 3-unit master’s courses).
• Recipients will receive funds in 4 consecutive installments of $1,857, disbursed over the first four terms of enrollment. Funds will be applied directly to tuition and fees at Alliant International University. No funds will be distributed directly to students.
• Students are required to be continuously enrolled, if a student disenrolls, they will forfeit the remainder of the award
• Tuition rates are subject to change at the discretion of Alliant International University.
• Students who lose eligibility due to extenuating circumstances may apply for reinstatement. Approval is not guaranteed, and decisions are not subject to appeal.

Awarding of Funds: Education Specialist Preliminary Teaching Credential with MAE

• Total award amount: $4,952, calculated at the 2025–2026 teaching credential unit rate of $825 for 6 required units (two 3-unit master’s courses).
• Recipients will receive funds in 4 installments of $1,238, disbursed over the first four terms of enrollment. Funds will be applied directly to tuition and fees at Alliant International University. No funds will be distributed directly to students.
• Students are required to be continuously enrolled, if a student disenrolls, they will forfeit the remainder of the award
• Tuition rates are subject to change at the discretion of Alliant International University.
• Students who lose eligibility due to extenuating circumstances may apply for reinstatement. Approval is not guaranteed, and decisions are not subject to appeal.

Please see Alliant Grant FAQ for additional information on grant awarding and eligibility requirements
It is the responsibility of the recipient to ensure they fully understand all terms and conditions associated with their offer. Students must remain in compliance with all university policies and grant requirements and may be required to verify their eligibility each term/semester/trimester. Any failure to meet all terms may result in the loss of grant.
Note: Meeting the eligibility requirements for the grant selection process does not guarantee that you will receive a grant award.
 

Occupational Therapy Futures Grant

We are excited to introduce the Occupational Therapy Futures Grant, an inaugural funding initiative that reduces the cost of tuition for the Master of Occupational Therapy (MOT) program to $63,600¹.
This grant is designed to support aspiring occupational therapy professionals by making graduate education more accessible and affordable, empowering the next generation of leaders in the field through both professional advancement and financial support.

Eligibility Consideration

• Applicant must be a new student applying to the Master in Occupational Therapy program.
• Eligible new students must meet all admission requirements, be fully admitted and confirmed, and begin the program in the Fall 2026 term.
• This grant cannot be combined with Alliant tuition waivers, preferred pricing or other Alliant-issued scholarships or grants.
• Eligible students who meet the grant criteria will receive an award letter prior to the program start, which requires student acceptance and outlines the conditions and requirements for maintaining grant eligibility.
• Deadline & Availability: Applicants are strongly encouraged to apply as soon as possible, as grant funding is subject to availability and awarded on a first-come, first-served basis.

Awarding Funds

• A total of 20 grants are available for the Master in Occupational Therapy program.
• Prior to the program start, students who qualify for the grant will receive an award letter outlining the terms, conditions, and ongoing requirements, which must be formally accepted.
• The grant award may be applied to program tuition only and is not applicable to published program fees.
• Students who are awarded the grant will pay a reduced tuition rate of $795 per unit for the duration of the program.
• Recipients must begin the program September 2026, be enrolled full-time, and remain continuously enrolled in the master’s program to maintain grant eligibility.
• Recipients must maintain good academic standing, defined as a minimum GPA of 3.0 at Alliant International University.
• Students who lose eligibility due to extenuating circumstances may apply for reinstatement. Reinstatement is not guaranteed, and decisions are not subject to appeal.

¹ The Occupational Therapy Futures Grant reduces tuition to $795 per unit, for an estimated total program tuition of $63,600 based on the standard 80-unit Master of Occupational Therapy curriculum. Actual costs may vary depending on transfer credits, course sequencing, or program changes. The grant applies only to tuition and does not cover published fees or other program-related expenses. The terms of the grant are subject to change.
 

We are pleased to offer the Clinical Psychopharmacology Professionals Grant—a $2,250 award designed to provide financial assistance to newly enrolled students in the Master of Science in Clinical Psychopharmacology program.

Eligibility Consideration

• Applicant must be a new student applying to the Master of Science in Clinical Psychopharmacology program.
• Students who are currently or were previously enrolled in the Master of Science in Clinical Psychopharmacology program are not eligible for this grant.
• Eligible new students must meet all admission requirements, be fully admitted and confirmed, and begin the program in August 2026.
• This grant cannot be combined with Alliant tuition waivers or other Alliant-issued scholarships.
• Eligible students who meet the grant criteria will receive an award letter prior to the program start, which requires student acceptance and outlines the conditions and requirements for maintaining grant eligibility.
• Deadline: Applicants are strongly encouraged to apply as soon as possible, as grant funding is subject to availability and awarded on a first-come, first-served basis.

Awarding Funds

• A total of 25 grants are available for the Master of Science in Clinical Psychopharmacology program.
• Eligible students who meet the grant criteria will receive an award letter prior to the program start, which requires student acceptance and outlines the conditions and requirements for maintaining grant eligibility.
• Students who are awarded the grant may receive up to six disbursements of $375 each, one per term, during the first six terms of the master’s program.
• Unit tuition rates for the Master of Science in Clinical Psychopharmacology program are subject to annual increases as determined by the institution.
• Recipients must begin the program in August 2026, be enrolled full-time, and remain continuously enrolled in the master’s program to maintain eligibility.
• Recipients must maintain good academic standing, defined as a minimum GPA of 3.0 at Alliant International University.
• Students who lose eligibility due to extenuating circumstances may apply for reinstatement. Reinstatement is not guaranteed, and decisions are not subject to appeal.

The terms of the grant are subject to change, and the number of grants available may change based on the availability of funds.

School of Education Doctorate Pathway Grant | March 2026

Are you passionate about leadership and considering a master’s and credential program? Apply to one of our participating Master’s and Credential pathways to qualify for the Educational Leadership Pathway Grant. This exclusive opportunity allows you to pursue your Doctorate in Education in Leadership at Alliant International University for just $12,512.

Upon successfully completing your master’s and credential program and being accepted into the Doctorate in Education in Leadership program, grant recipients will receive up to twelve term-based tuition grants, reducing the total cost of the doctoral program to only $12,512. Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to advance your career and education!

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Eligibility

To be considered for this grant, applicants must:

1. Applicant must be a new student applying to one of the following Master's and Credential program pathways:
   • Master of Arts in Education with Preliminary Teaching Credential (Single Subject, Multiple Subject, or Education Specialist)
2. Register for the grant using the following link: Click Here
3. Eligible new students must meet all admission requirements, be fully admitted and confirmed, and begin one of the approved master/credential programs for the March 2026 term.
4. Submit an executed Enrollment Agreement on or before March 6, 2026.

Grant Deadline: March 6, 2026
 

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Eligibility Considerations:

• Students who are currently or were previously enrolled in any Alliant master’s or credential programs are not eligible for this grant.
• Eligible new students must meet all admission requirements, be fully admitted and confirmed, and begin one of the approved master/credential programs for the March 2026 term.
• Upon successful completion of both the master's and credential program, students will have up to 16 months to meet all admission requirements, be fully admitted and confirmed, and begin the Doctorate in Education in Leadership program.
• Those who receive Preferred Pricing tuition reductions, Alliant tuition waivers, or any Alliant-issued scholarships or grants are not eligible to receive this grant. It cannot be combined with any other California School of Education grant for the March 2026 term.

Awarding of Funds:

• Students awarded the grant may receive up to twelve disbursements over twelve terms, reducing the total tuition to $12,512.
• Term-based disbursements of the grant will reduce tuition to $272 per unit, exact amount of the grant will be subject to existing tuition rates.
• The award recipient must be enrolled full-time and remain continuously enrolled in the master’s and credential program to maintain eligibility
• Upon entering the EdD program, recipients must remain continuously enrolled in twelve consecutive terms to receive the full grant
• Recipients must maintain good academic standing, defined as a minimum GPA of 3.0 at Alliant University, across all programs (Credential with Master’s and Doctorate)
• Students who lose eligibility due to extenuating circumstances may apply for reinstatement.  Reinstatement is not guaranteed, and decisions are not subject to appeal.

Please see Alliant Grant FAQ for additional information on grant awarding and eligibility requirements

It is the responsibility of the recipient to ensure they fully understand all terms and conditions associated with their offer. Students must remain in compliance with all university policies and grant requirements and may be required to verify their eligibility each term/semester/trimester. Any failure to meet all terms may result in the loss of grant.
Note: Meeting the eligibility requirements for the grant selection process does not guarantee that you will receive a grant award.