While this is a difficult time with many unknowns, we are committed to doing everything possible to help you achieve your academic goals. You continue to amaze and inspire us with your determination and resiliency, and we are here to support you.

COVID-19 Resources

FAQS

If you don’t find your question below, you can submit your question to Achieve Atlanta.

Financial Aid & Funding

At this time, your Achieve Atlanta Scholarship will not be impacted because of campus closures / remote learning. However, if you have questions regarding your financial aid, please contact your college’s Financial Aid Office.

This will vary by institution. Please contact the financial aid office at your institution for more information.

This will vary by institution. Please contact the financial aid office at your institution for more information.

 

Academic Continuation

The following are examples of email etiquette: 

  • Always include a subject line.
  • Remember, without facial expressions some comments may be taken the wrong way. Be careful in wording your emails.
  • Address the recipient by name/title.
  • Use standard fonts.
  • Proofread your workavoid texting words and phrases (ex. r u). Do not send large attachments without permission.
  • Special formatting such as centering, audio messages, tables, html, etc. should be avoided unless necessary to complete an assignment or other communication.
  • Respect the privacy of other class members.
If you do not have access to a computer/laptop or reliable internet access, please contact your Office of Student Affairs to let them know. If you do not receive help from your college, you can request complimentary internet assistance through Comcast.

Housing & Food

You can text “FINDFOOD” (or COMIDA en Español) to (888) 976-2232 to locate nearby food distribution locations and their contact info. Visit the Atlanta Community Food Bank website for updated food resources.

Call (678) 553-5917 Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. for help applying for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), a federal program that helps millions of Americans put food on the table. You can use SNAP to purchase food from your local grocery store and participating farmers’ markets.

Please contact your Office of Student Affairs or Student Life to learn what resources your college has made available. At many colleges, alumni and/or students are establishing systems for alumni and community members to provide emergency housing, storage, and other support. Check your college’s social media accounts to see if this is available at your school. If you cannot get assistance and are experiencing a financial emergency related to housing, you can apply for an Achieve Atlanta Emergency Grant until June 30, 2020. 

If you are in Atlanta, the Atlanta Volunteer Lawyers Foundation may be able to assist you with your housing needs or point you to other resources. You can read about their available assistance on their website, or you can call (404) 521-0790 between 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday.

The Atlanta Land Trust created a guide with local resources on mortgage/rent assistance and utility support.

Health & Wellness

We encourage Scholars to engage in a few protective measures as encouraged by the World Health Organization (WHO)

  • Wash hands frequently with soap and water. Hand sanitizer that has an alcohol content of 60% or greater can also be used.
  • Maintain social distancing (at least three feet from anyone who is coughing or sneezing).
  • Avoid touching eyes, nose, and mouth.
  • Practice respiratory hygiene (cover your mouth and nose with tissue when you cough or sneeze, then discard tissue immediately).
  • Keep surfaces frequently touched (sinks, door handles, faucets, desks, etc.) sanitized.
  • Do not report to school or work if you are ill.
  • If you experience symptoms, get medical care early!

Achieve Atlanta is providing a valuable benefit to all Scholars and their immediate family members known as the Student Assistance Program (SAP). We have partnered with McLaughlin Young Group, an independent provider of SAP services. The SAP offers help for personal and/or professional concerns by providing free, confidential, short-term counseling and personal consultation.

To seek assistance through the SAP, simply call (704) 529-1428 or (800) 633-3353.

You can learn more about taking care of your mental health during times of uncertainty by visiting the afsp.org website.

DACA

All of the resources on this page are available to you. You can also find additional resources here.