Affordability
You have a lot to think about before you can get to the work of being a student. These resources can help you have your basic needs met so you can be at your best.
Classes
Need supplies for a class? Looking for a class with no cost or low cost course materials? Look no further.
Budgeting 101
Learn more about making a solid college budget and discover the money management strategies that’ll work best for you.
Finding What Works for You
If you’ve got to work, try to maximize that experience.
Basic Needs
UofL offers a variety of resources to help every student when money is tight! And it’s all FREE!
Emergency and Individualized Support
If you encounter a financial or personal crisis, or you just need to talk it through with someone, we’re here for you.
Supplies for Success
Do you have the supplies you need for class? If not, stop by the Student Success Center front desk to check out select supplies such as calculators, lab goggles and more. All you need is your student ID. Supplies can be checked out for the day up to an entire semester. Check out our supplies for success today!
Supplies for Checkout
- Laptops – 4-hour checkout; must stay in BAB
- TI-30 scientific calculators – 4-hour checkout
- TI-84 graphing calculators – 4-hour checkout
- Canon calculator (full-semester checkout if needed)
- Lab goggles (full-semester checkout if needed)
Supplies to Keep
- Double A batteries (limit 4)
- Flash drives (limit 1)
- 3 subject notebooks, college ruled (limit 1)
- 2-pocket folders (limit 2)
- Pens – black ink, medium point (limit 2)
- #2 pre-sharpened pencils (limit 2)
- Highlighters (limit 2)
- 3 x 5 Index cards (limit 100)
- 3 x 3 sticky notes (limit 1/2 pad)
Instructions
- Bring student ID to SSC front desk
- SSC student worker will help with the check-out process
- If item is borrowed, return to SSC front desk as directed
- Students can return up to 3 times per semester for free/kept items
If you don't have the technology or course materials that you need to be successful in your classes, make an appointment with your assigned Student Success Coordinator to discuss your options.
Short-term Checkout Program
Students may present their Cardinal Card student ID at the SSC 1st floor front desk to check out a short-term loaner laptop. Laptops can be used for up to 4 hours at a time and must remain in the Belknap Academic Building during use. Checkout hours begin at 8:30am, and all laptops must be returned by 4:30pm.