FAQ - Short-Term Loans/Book Vouchers

1. How does a short-term loan work?

If you are eligible for financial aid but your funds are not ready, you may qualify for a short-term loan for the full amount you need. We make these loans available on a case-by-case basis beginning two weeks prior to the payment deadline. Check with your financial aid counselor if you are interested in applying.

2. Can I get a short-term loan for expenses other than tuition and fees?

No, unfortunately short-term loans are only available for tuition and fee payments. UHCL does not have an “emergency” loan program.

3. Can I receive a book voucher?

We do not have a book voucher program, but you can charge books and supplies to your account in the UHCL Bookstore as soon as you have a credit balance on your account from a recent financial aid disbursement. Once we transfer the credit balance to your UHCL OneCard, you can no longer charge books to your student account.