2022-23 Graduate & Non-Traditional Catalog | Financial Aid

New York State Grants

Tuition Assistance Program (TAP)

The Tuition Assistance Program (TAP) for undergraduate students is a grant program for eligible legal residents of New York State. TAP awards are based on your prior prior year's New York State net taxable income.  The TAP application is available online at www.HESC.ny.gov, or as an additional part of the FAFSA.

Veterans Tuition Awards (VTA) for undergraduate students provide awards for eligible veterans in New York State after federal benefits have been exhausted.

New York State offers a variety of other scholarships and grants to residents.  For questions related to New York State grants, contact New York State Higher Education at 1-888-697-4372 or online at www.HESC.ny.gov.