Student Access Fund

The Student Access Fund enables all students to have a complete student experience while at Syracuse University through small grants that cover program fees and expenses.

  • To cover fees and expenses related to Student Experience clubs, events, or programs.
  • Examples include fees associated with:
    • Orange After Dark Off-Campus Events
    • Outdoor Adventure Day Trips
    • Ski and Snowboarding Programs
    • Sports Clubs
    • Student Organization Activities
    • Ticketed Speakers and Performances
  • Emergency Aid is provided from a different fund and can be requested through Student Outreach and Support. Emergency Aid requests may cover:
    • Emergency Medical Care
    • Safety Needs (e.g., changing a lock)
    • Basic needs due to loss from fire, theft or natural disaster
    • Emergency Travel

Currently enrolled undergraduate and graduate students in a degree-granting program at Syracuse University who have demonstrated financial need. Eligibility will be determined by the Dean of Students in consultation with the Office of Financial Aid & Scholarship Programs. The decision of the Dean of Students in final and not subject to further review.

Requests for funds are determined and distributed on a first come, first served basis. Once approved, funds will be distributed directly to the organization/unit hosting the event. Money will not be distributed directly to students applying for funds, although a student approved funds will be notified of the decision and the amount being distributed.

  • Emergency Aid is provided from a different fund and can be requested through Student Outreach and Support. Emergency Aid requests may cover:
    • Emergency Medical Care
    • Safety Needs (e.g., changing a lock)
    • Basic needs due to loss from fire, theft or natural disaster
    • Emergency Travel
  • The Student Opportunity Fund is provided through Hendricks Chapel to help cover the financial gap for students having difficulty covering their basic needs and unanticipated costs including:
    • Food
    • Clothing
    • Emergency Travel
    • Emergency Health Care Expenses
    • And other nonacademic expenses
  • The Internship Funding Award is provided through Central Career Services to help financially support the cost of credit for students when required by a company, and/or to provide support for living expenses associated with summer internships.

How to Apply

The following application is live throughout the fall and spring semesters of each academic year and submissions are reviewed on a weekly basis.