Student Support Services offered by United Way Benefit Hub at Highline College
Student Support Services offered by United Way Benefit Hub at Highline College
Helps students stay enrolled in school through benefits access, financial coaching, paying for college, and referrals to other support services. Limited emergency financial grants available for homelessness prevention and emergencies. Students meet one-on-one with a coach to discuss college and career goals. Appointments typically last one hour, but there is no limit to the number of appointments. Typical areas of assistance: - Managing debt - Increasing savings - Signing up for ORCA LIFT, SNAP/EBT, health insurance, WIC, etc - Building credit & pulling credit reports - Budgeting - Scholarships - Tax preparation - Access to on-campus food pantry - Referrals to additional resources
Location
2400 South 240th Street, Des Moines, WA 98198
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Hours
M-F, 9am-5pm.
Application process
Visit website to schedule an appointment or call for more information.
Eligibility
Student must be currently enrolled in at least one class at the college. For financial assistance, students must be enrolled in classes worth at least six credits or be pursuing a degree or credential.
Fee
None.
Languages
Interpreter services
Agency info
United Way Benefits Hubs
Helps college students stay enrolled in classes by providing support services such as benefits access, financial coaching, paying for college and housing support. Students meet one-on-one with a coach to discuss college and financial goals.