Housing is a basic essential that has staggering costs associated. EvCC has some resources through student housing, though not enough to meet demand. 

Student Housing | Everett Community College  Costs associated with on-campus living range from $2670-$5140 a quarter, beyond what you could achieve in financial aid. leaving students to turn to student loans or work a job. 

EvCC offers a scholarship for on-campus living called the Trojan Promise Scholarship. This scholarship offers $2500 per term for Pell-eligible students to pay for housing in student housing. A selection of 10-12 students are granted this award per term.

  Trojan Promise Learning Community & Student Housing Scholarship | Everett Community College 

 Food Pantry | Everett Community College 

Nutritious food is key to personal success. Many students suffer from a lack of access to this essential resource. Rising living costs and stagnant wages cause many students to choose between bills and food. As a difficult choice, these students often prioritize other expenses over diet.

 Everett Community College proudly boasts of its food pantry program, however, hours available are limited to afternoon hours when many students are in classes. Additionally, the space is hard to find. Sequestered on the first floor of Whitehorse Hall for now, with intentions to move to the Parks Student Union, pending construction.

 The new location will act as a benefits hub for students in need of support in a much more visible spot. 

This program has become vital to students struggling with food insecurity on campus is funded by the EvCC Foundation with an option for staff to donate a portion of their earnings to the program and receives donations from Volunteers of America as well as other students, with many donation centers located around campus.

Campus and Community Resources | Everett Community College 

EvCC Emergency Funds are for sudden or unexpected expenses that will affect your ability to remain in school and can be used to pay for vehicle repairs, bill payment, and move-in expenses such as a deposit. Homelessness is always considered an emergency. These funds are limited, and they tend to run out early in the term, though they still accept applications in case additional funding comes through the EvCC Foundation. 

WorkForce Funding is an umbrella with four different need-based grants nested below. By applying, the Workforce funding will determine which grant is appropriate for your situation.

BFET is a WorkForce program that you can qualify for by receiving SNAP benefits. This grant will help to pay for tuition and associated costs such as books and parking permits.  

WorkFirst funding is available for people receiving TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families). This branch of funding can also pay for tuition, books, and school supplies. 

Opportunity Grants are tied to income and the place a person is in their studies; this program can provide support for up to 45 credit hours. 

The Worker Retraining Program is designed to help dislocated workers reenter the workforce through career training