Affordable Connectivity Program
The Affordable Connectivity Program is an FCC benefit program that helps ensure that
households can afford the broadband they need for work, school, healthcare and more.
Learn more by visiting https://www.fcc.gov/acp
*Due to a lack of additional funding from Congress, the Affordable Connectivity Program
has ended for now. Effective June 1, 2024, households will no longer receive an ACP
discount
SNAP Benefits
Known previously as "food stamps," the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) can help you pay for food. SNAP provides food benefits to low-income families to supplement their grocery budget so they can afford the nutritious food essential to health and well-being. Eligibility for SNAP is based on income.
New York State SNAP -https://otda.ny.gov/programs/snap/
New York State - Local Office Locations -https://otda.ny.gov/workingfamilies/dss.asp
Out of State Directory of SNAP Resources -https://www.fns.usda.gov/snap/state-directory
U.S. Department of Agriculture Food and Nutrition Service -https://www.fns.usda.gov/snap/supplemental-nutrition-assistance-program
SNAP Student Exemptions - https://www.fns.usda.gov/snap/students
Stony Brook University Food Pantry has also partnered with Island Harvest to assist the community members to help determine eligibility for SNAP. Visit their page to learn more. https://www.stonybrook.edu/commcms/foodpantry/
Collegiate Science and Technology Entry Program (CSTEP)
CSTEP is a New York State Sponsored Program that supports underrepresented students in STEM, Health, Pre-law, and Licensed professions. Your New York residency, financial status, and career path may make you eligible to participate in CSTEP.
Bottom Line
Resource for incoming freshman students to assist them in the guidance needed to earn a college degree. Receive one on one guidance throughout their career as a student. Learn more by visiting their website at https://www.bottomline.org/
Student Support Team
Students may experience a variety of challenges during their college career. The Student Support Team coordinates efforts to assist students who encounter challenges or concerns in achieving success at Stony Brook University. Learn more by visiting https://www.stonybrook.edu/commcms/studentaffairs/studentsupport/