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UPCOMING EVENTS

COURSE SEARCH

The SOAR Team

The Bristol SOAR Team takes referrals from faculty/staff for students who are experiencing challenges related to academic performance (academic alert). The SOAR Team can also help make connections to services based on self-reported wellness issues and other issues that can be addressed through established channels at Bristol. The SOAR Team mobilizes available services and resources to support students in a holistic, collaborative manner to help mitigate barriers to success. 

The SOAR Team DOES NOT respond to or address emergencies. If you feel threatened, or are aware that someone is in extreme distress, is acting in a threatening manner, or has indicated a risk of harm to self or others, please IMMEDIATELY CALL Bristol Community College Police at 774.357.3911 or 3911 from any Bristol phone. 

SOAR Referral

The Student Assistance Fund

The Student Assistance Fund is designed to offset short-term financial needs for students experiencing specific setbacks that may prevent them from continuing their education at Bristol Community College. Funds are limited to Bristol students who are currently enrolled in classes at the time of the referral and who are in good standing with the College. All requests for funding must be submitted by the student via the Student Assistance Fund Request form.

STUDENT ASSISTANCE FUND REQUEST FORM 

Examples of eligible expenses include:

  • Transportation assistance (bus passes, gas cards, minor car repair)
  • Housing assistance (short-term rent assistance, utilities, other household expenses)
  • Textbooks (or other educational necessities)
  • Partial tuition payments (of a one-time nature) 

Examples of ineligible expenses include:

  • Parking tickets
  • Traffic violations
  • Health insurance
  • Credit card debt 

All requests are reviewed on a case-by-case basis, and funding is not guaranteed for every request. The Student Assistance Fund does not supplant Federal and State Financial Aid. To be eligible for Student Assistance Funds, students should have exhausted all other resources. Student Assistance Funds will not be processed or delivered on an emergency basis. 

The Student Assistance Fund is funded by the Bristol Community College Foundation and administered by Student Services staff. Donations can be made at BristolCC.edu/Donate.

Questions?

If you have questions or need more information, please email StudentAssistanceFund@BristolCC.edu. Email use is restricted to questions and discussion. The Student Assistance Fund reviewers will address referrals received through the official form only; referrals will not be accepted via email, phone, or in-person. 

Additional Resources

The SOAR Team is committed to educating the college community about existing policies and resources. These resources may be helpful in your endeavor to support Bristol students.