Beginning with the 2008 – 2009 academic year, applications for the Opportunities Fund will be accepted only during two access periods: fall and spring. The summer access period will no longer be offered. However, students will still be able to apply for funding for summer items and programs from the Opportunities Fund. For summer expenses, students must either apply for an advance during the spring access period or for a reimbursement during the fall access period, depending on which is appropriate for the type of request (see the Grant Types section of the Opportunities Fund Application Process for more information on advances and reimbursements.)