
It is well demonstrated that basic needs insecurities (i.e., food insecurity, housing insecurity, or homelessness) are more pronounced among certain groups of historically marginalized students, including students of color at traditionally under-resourced Historically Black Colleges and University (HBCUs), Predominantly Black Institutions (PBIs), and Hispanic Serving Institutions (HSIs). This brief examines data from 14,117 students attending 26 MSIs from Trellis� Fall 2021 Student Financial Wellness Survey (SFWS)—including 19 HSIs; five HBCUs; and three PBIs. With nearly two-thirds of students from these MSIs facing one or more forms of basic needs insecurity, it is critical for college administrators, the broader campus community, and policymakers to have a full understanding of these students� lived experiences.