ACCESS Program Support Fund

Open Doors for ACCESS Scholars on Appalachian State Giving Day!

We’re rallying support for the Murray Family ACCESS Scholarship Program — a life‑changing initiative that removes financial barriers for students from low‑income families. An early gift helps ensure ACCESS Scholars can focus on learning, growing, and leading without the weight of financial strain.

ACCESS provides full coverage of institutional costs—tuition and fees, room and board, and book rentals—along with personalized advising, mentoring, professional development, and community‑building experiences. The program doesn’t just change students’ lives; it changes family trajectories for generations.

ACCESS Scholars consistently share how these opportunities shape their confidence, academic success, and future pathways. Each year, approximately 10 ACCESS students study abroad—an experience that would be out of reach without donor support.

Your early gift ensures ACCESS can continue opening doors, expanding opportunity, and empowering Mountaineers to thrive. Thank you for investing in the future of App State students. We hope you’ll join us on March 26.