Start a New Organization

Step 1: Indicate Your Interest

Let us know you are interested by completing the New Organization Interest Form. When the next application process opens, you will be notified. See below for upcoming dates.

Step 2: Complete Pre-application Training

Starting a new organization can be challenging! Online training is available to help applicants be as successful as possible. It contains additional information about the process, an overview of the minimum requirements to start and maintain an organization, required application material and how to apply, and how to prepare for the presentation. Do not forget to complete the interest form linked in step 1 or you will not receive access to the training material.

Step 3: Submit Your Application

Complete the application and submit all required material. The application will include the anticipated membership, primary advisor, constitution, bylaws and more! Pre-application training will provide a full overview on what is needed.

Step 4: Share Your Story

Present your new organization idea to a group of staff and students. This is your chance to tell your story and this new group's potential.

Step 5: Activation Training

Organizations that have been approved will complete activation training. This training provides an overview of how to access resources, request funding, and other information essential to running an organization.