Attendance Grants

We recognize the financial commitment required for families to attend Family Weekend. While participants are able to attend many events during Family Weekend at no additional charge (beyond the Family Weekend Registration Fee), there are costs associated with other programs throughout the weekend. These additional fees prevent some families from attending Family Weekend due to extenuating circumstances.

The Family Weekend Attendance Grant is a need-based award that provides financial assistance to defray the expense of attending Family Weekend. The grant provides funding for up to six people, including any UMD student(s). It covers registration for Family Weekend, tickets to the President's Open House, and BBQ meal tickets at the Terp Family Festival & Tailgate. It does not cover football tickets.

This Grant is designed to provide assistance to the families of students with high financial need as demonstrated by the student’s financial aid award package. Students/families of students receiving the maximum 2025-26 Federal Pell Grant ($7,395) or with a Student Aid Index (SAI) between -1,500 and 2 are eligible to apply.