Need help landing a job, earning a certification or preparing for your next opportunity?
Launching Fall 2026, the Student Success Fund is a new pilot program that provides micro-grants designed to help you overcome financial barriers that can stand in the way of your academic and career goals.
This program was created because we know that even small expenses can prevent students from taking advantage of life-changing opportunities. The Student Success Fund is here to help you move forward with confidence and invest in your future.
Ready to take the next step?
Submit the application below to see if the Student Success Fund can help you remove financial barriers and take advantage of opportunities that move you closer to your goals.
Please note: The Student Success Fund is intended to support academic and career advancement and is not an emergency assistance program. If you need help with immediate basic needs such as food, housing, rent, utilities or other unexpected financial emergencies, please apply through the Connect Center’s emergency fund instead.
What are Micro-Grants?
Micro-grant funding can help cover expenses such as professional interview attire, certification or licensing exam fees, technology like a laptop, workshops and other costs that support your educational and career success.
The Student Success Micro-Grant covers:
- Job & Interview Preparation ($100-200)
Professional attire (including adaptive clothing), professional headshots, resume printing, portfolio and presentation supplies and interview technology. - Credentials & Continuing Education ($250-2,500)
Short courses, workshops, upskilling, such as digital skills and microcredentials, as well as certifications, licensing and exam fees. - Career Readiness & Accessibility Support ($50-500)
Job-related training and software, computers and adaptive equipment, assistive technology, specialized communication supports, digital connectivity, transportation, pre-employment compliance (e.g., background checks, fingerprinting, physicals and clearances) and professional memberships.
Micro-Grant Application
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