Need help covering practice fees? Check out these options:

1.      Student Activities Assistance Fund (SAAF) | open to all Northwestern students 

Each student should have over $500 available to use! The form takes less than 10 minutes to fill out, and there are multiple application cycles every quarter, so you can apply anytime. Highly recommended!

2.      Fee Assistance Fund (FAF) | for Chandler practices only

Can cover up to 75% of your registration cost! As long as you live in an Evanston apartment and have a job, it’s usually a quick and smooth process!

How to fill out these questions 

1. First and Last Name: _________

2. Student ID Number:  _________

3. I certify that I have read the information about the SES One Form on the website and I understand the funding method, funding process, and application review timelines. 

4. Today's Date: _________

5. Please find the student organization (or event) for which your expenses are related to in the drop-down menu. Only recognized student organizations, sports clubs, and fraternity and sorority chapters under the four social councils are eligible for individuals to seek SAAF awards for their events and programs. If you are having trouble finding your organization, visit http://wildcatconnection.northwestern.edu and search for the official name of the organization:  [NU Club Gymnastics]

6. If you selected "other" above, please write the name of your student organization. If you did select a student organization, please write "N/A".

7. What is the primary classification of the organization whose programs you are seeking funding support? Choose one of the following:  [Recreation]

8. Event/Program for which you require funding:  [Gymnastics Practices at Chandler Newberger Center]

9. Date(s) of Event/Program: [Your Session Dates: _________]

Prepare a short written response - 1 concise paragraph

10. How do you see this particular event affecting your Northwestern experience? Please type a concise one-paragraph response.

Example from a previously-accepted application: “NU Club Gymnastics helps me maintain my mental and physical health while dealing with the difficulty of McCormick classes. I enjoy getting to meet new people while moving towards my own physical goals of getting stronger. Due to expenses, I never got to experience gymnastics as a kid, despite my interest. I am so grateful the SAAF fund exists to help me pursue my childhood passions as an adult.”

Complete the last questions - upload your registration receipt

11. Please share other areas where you are receiving support to cover the expenses you listed above (e.g. other grants/scholarships, fundraising efforts, etc.)  [N/A]

12. What are your personal costs related to the activity described above? Please include relevant links [The classes have registration fees that I need to pay in advance in order to attend the classes.]

13. Please upload any files relevant to the expenses: [Upload your Registration Receipt]

14. If offered an award, please upload receipts and proof of payment here. If you are applying, please do not upload a file at this time.

15. I understand that funding is incredibly limited and submission of this application does not guarantee I will receive funding. I understand that if I do not provide proof of payment by the published deadline related to this cycle, I will forfeit my SAAF award.

Subject Title: Fee Assistance Application Submission [Chandler-Newberger Recreation]

Dear Scholarship City of Evanston Team,

I am writing to submit my application for the Fee Assistance Program. I have attached the following supporting documents for your review:

• Two verifications of residency [_________ and _________]

• One verification of income [_________] 

• Receipt class attendance

• Application form

Below is a summary of my details:

• Name: 

• Address: _____________, Evanston, IL [Zip Code:__________]

• Family Size: 1

• Income Bracket: $_________

If there are any additional documents or steps required, please do not hesitate to contact me.

Thank you so much for your time and consideration!

Best regards,

Your Full Name

Your Phone #