Launched in response to the war in Ukraine and the humanitarian crisis in Afghanistan, the Global Student Haven Initiative will provide a pathway for students affected by worldwide crises to apply to U.S.-based colleges and universities — and access support when they arrive.

Participating institutions commit to providing financial aid for all first-year, undergraduate students with demonstrated need, and access to campus services ranging from housing assistance to mental health support depending on individual needs. Undergraduate transfer applicants may also be eligible for financial aid on an institution-specific basis.

The aim of the initiative is to help clear the path to U.S. institutions for qualified students who are displaced, are refugees or are otherwise impacted by war, natural disasters and other global crises. The initiative seeks to help students overcome barriers to carry on their education and prepare for eventual return to their home nation.