Cornell strives to alleviate barriers to student success, particularly when it comes to food security. Students have access to the following programs and resources:

1. The Cornell Food Pantry is a Free, permanent option for students facing food insecurity. Located at 109 McGraw Place, the Cornell Food Pantry is an initiative to help provide food security at Cornell. Click here to register and learn more information about the Cornell Food Pantry.
2. Anabel's Grocery: student-run grocery store offers fresh, nutritious, and affordable food for all Cornell students,
3. Swipe Out Hunger: students not on a meal plan can request emergency meal swipes, and students who are on a meal plan can donate bonus meals to be distributed to students in need. For more information, review FAQ’s. 
4. Healthy Eating: nutrition counseling is available for students seeking information about dietary needs.

Cornell offers a variety of resources for on-and off-campus housing needs. 

1. If you have an urgent housing crisis and need an immediate housing solution, call Cornell University Dispatch at 607-255-1111 and request to be connected to the Administrator on-Call.
2. If you would like to live on campus, Cornell offers a range of housing options beyond traditional residential dorms. Browse expansive on-campus housing options and learn more about the multiple community centers where you can get a bite to eat, find a place to study, work out, or just hang out with friends.
3. For those who are considering off-campus housing, we encourage you to get answers to your questions about leases, landlord disputes, renter’s insurance, or other off-campus housing issues by contacting the Office of Off-Campus Living. Off-Campus Living provides housing assistance, education, and referral services to the Cornell community that lives off-campus. They are committed to providing information and services that result in informed housing decisions.
4. It is also important to consider the legal implications of signing a lease. Ithaca Tenants Union offers many resources, including the Tenants Legal Hotline. Call 607-301-1560 for free legal advice about housing law violations in Tompkins County.

Cornell requires quality health insurance for all students. Student Health Benefits provides the information you need. 

1. Need guidance or advice about a physical or mental health concern? Cornell Health can help. Or, call 607-255-5155 to speak with a health care provider 24/7 if you need guidance or advice about a physical or mental health concern. For emergencies, call 911.
2. Your mental health and emotional well-being are just as important as your physical health. Find a multitude of resources or connect with a Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS) counselor to support your mental health at Cornell. Check out programs like Let’s Talk drop-in sessions and Let’s Meditate virtual sessions.
3. Here are additional campus-wide Mental Health Resources.

1. The Access Fund provides financial support for students with low-income status. Students with undocumented/DACA status who are low-income can also apply for the access fund. The Access Fund provides up to $500 per academic year (Spring & Fall semesters only) to aid with expenses such as professional or academic conference registration, a Cornell gym membership, unexpected catastrophic costs for medical, vision, or dental expenses not covered by insurance, or approved winter accessories. For more information about the Access Fund, including the application and process, please review FAQ’s.
2. For funding to support transformative experiences beyond the scope of the Access Fund, review these opportunities offered across Cornell’s colleges and schools.
3. If you have unexpected costs for an emergency, the Office of Financial Aid and Student Employment administers three (3) separate funds that provide assistance to students with necessary emergency expenses: the CU Emergency Fund, the Students Helping Student Fund, and DACA Renewal Fee Emergency Funds. For questions about your financial aid package or any of these funds, Schedule an appointment with a Financial Aid Counselor.
4. Looking to earn extra money and build skills? Review postings for available student jobs here.

The Office of Student Support and Advocacy Services assists students in navigating difficult life events and crisis situations that impact their ability to be successful. They utilize a student-centered and individualized approach to support and empower students. The office serves as the central point of contact for students, families, and community members and collaborates with campus partners to holistically support students.

Academic support

Legal assistance

Financial Support

Sanctuary City and County Resolutions

1. Office of Off-Campus Living
   The Office of Off-Campus Living provides housing assistance, education, and referral services to the Cornell community that lives off-campus. They are committed to providing information and services that result in informed housing decisions.
2. Ithaca Tenants Union
   The Ithaca Tenants Union offers many resources, including the Tenants Legal Hotline. Call 607-301-1560 for free legal advice about housing law violations in Tompkins County.
3. Catholic Charities of Tompkins/Tioga
   Catholic Charities of Tompkins/Tioga provides a coordinated network of human services dedicated to serving low income and vulnerable people in Tompkins County. It works in partnership with local human service agencies, community coalitions, local faith communities and interfaith groups, addressing gaps in service in a collaborative fashion, to respond to urgent needs of individuals, families and the community.

1. New York State Youth Leadership Council
   The NYSYLC is the first undocumented youth-led organization in New York and works to empower immigrant youth through leadership development, grassroots organizing, educational advancement, and self-expression. It provides legal, educational, and professional resources for undocumented and DACA individuals at different stages of their personal, educational, and professional journey.
2. New York State Dream Act
   The NYS Dream gives undocumented and other students access to New York State‐administered grants and scholarships that support their higher education costs.
3. Make The Road New York 
   Make The Road New York offers an array of services to both members and non-members in New York City on issues ranging from housing, immigration, youth education, and beyond.

1. President's Alliance on Higher Education and Immigration
   The President’s Alliance on Higher Education and Immigration is an alliance of American college and university leaders dedicated to increasing public understanding of how immigration policies and practices impact our students, campuses and communities. It provides access to different resources on a wide array of topics ranging from higher education to immigration policy.
2. Immigrants Rising
   Immigrants Rising, formerly known as Educators for Fair Consideration, is a San Francisco-based organization that supports undocumented and DACA students. It provides undocumented and DACA individuals with legal and educational resources and support to help them access higher education, pursue careers, and build a brighter future for themselves and their community.
3. Immigration Advocates Network Legal Services Directory
   Immigration Advocates Network Legal Services Directory provides access to immigration legal services providers by state, county, or detention facility that are free or low-cost.
4. National Immigration Law Center
   National Immigration Law Center is one of the leading organizations in the US exclusively dedicated to defending and advancing the rights of low-income immigrants. It provides access to trainings and different legal resources to help provide guidance on multiple aspects of immigration policy.
5. United We Dream
   United We Dream is the largest immigrant youth-led community in the country. It provides legal, educational, and mental health resources amongst others to support undocumented and DACA individuals.