Student Access and Support Grants

How to Apply

To apply for a SAS grant, go to the CARE Management form and select “Student Access and Support Grant request” from the student report drop down list. Follow the directions for the “Student Access and Support Grant request” and upload any receipts under the “Document Uploads” section at the bottom.

What can SAS grants be used for?

• Student Access and Support grants (formerly opportunity grants) can assist students with many essential and extracurricular expenses associated with life at Middlebury, including:

  • winter or professional clothing

  • attending conferences related to career interest

  • technology assistance (laptops and cellphones, but not Ipads)

  • emergency travel expenses

  • supplemental break assistance (once/semester, depending on funding)

  • recreational excursions

  • medical needs

  • wage relief for “all in” winter term course

  • OPT filing fee reimbursement (for students who receive need-based grant aid from the College)

• These grants may NOT be used for tuition, room and board. Students should contact Student Financial Services with any questions regarding their financial aid awards. Please direct questions about Student Access and Support Grants to Elaine Orozco Hammond, Director of Equity Initiatives.

FAQ

• Reimbursement - If you have paid in advance, you will need to submit itemized receipts to Elaine Orozco Hammond, who will submit a voucher for reimbursement.
• Timing - Please expect funding, if granted, within 12-15 business days, but it might be slower during times of high volume. Please fill out applications in a timely way. Please email Elaine Orozco Hammond with questions.
• Confidentiality - All information provided will be kept in strict confidence.