ACCES-VR serves people whose disabilities prevent them from entering or maintaining employment. ACCES-VR sponsors individuals with disabilities in college programs when they need that level of training to reach their vocational goals. ACCESS-VR has provided tuition assistance as well as assistance toward other costs of attendance, such as fees, books, etc. For information on ACCESS-VR eligibility requirements and application procedures, write to the:

New York State Education Department
Adult Career and Continuing Education Services — Vocational Rehabilitation
One Commerce Plaza, Room 1609
Albany, N.Y. 12234

Interested students may also call their local ACCESS-VR office (listed in the telephone directory under New York state, Education Department), or call 800.222.JOBS.