Scholarships and Financial Aid
Determine Your Financial Needs
The Financial Aid Process
Financial Aid Application Schedule
Undergradaute Scholarship and Grant Programs
SCALE Program and Scholarship
Graduate Scholarship and Grant Programs
Federal Aid Programs
New York State Aid Programs
Payment Plans
Cooperative Education
Important Contact Numbers
Preliminary Financial Aid Form
 
New York State Aid Programs
 
Benefits from all New York State aid programs are subject to legislative changes. Recipients must be legal residents of New York State.

Benefits from all New York State aid programs are subject to legislative changes. Recipients must be legal residents of New York State.

For information regarding the World Trade Center Memorial Scholarship go to www.hesc.com for application materials and eligibility requirements.

 
New York State Tuition Assistance Program (TAP)

Criteria
This grant is awarded to students based on household income.

For undergraduates: The New York State Net taxable income ceiling for students who are dependent on their parents or who are married and/or have dependents of their own is currently $80,000. The New York State Net taxable income ceiling for single independent students who do not have dependents is $10,000.

For graduates: The New York
State Net taxable income ceiling for students who are dependent on their parents or who are married and/or have dependents of their own is currently $20,000. The New York State Net taxable income ceiling for single independent students who do not have dependents is $5,666.

Application
Pre-printed TAP applications are automatically mailed to students who fill out the paper Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and indicate that they are permanent residents of New York State and that they plan to attend a New York State college or university. These pre-printed applications are usually received by a student within two weeks after they receive their Student Aid Report (SAR) from the Federal Processor. If filing on-line, the TAP application is linked to the FAFSA.
Amount
First-time undergraduate recipients with taxable incomes of $7,999 or less are eligible to receive awards as high as $5,000 per year. The award is reduced as the taxable income rises to $80,000. This award is limited to four years of undergraduate study. Eligible full-time (12 credits per semester) graduate students may receive awards ranging from $75-$550 per year for up to four years of study.
Repayment
None.
New York State Aid for Part-Time Study (APTS)
Criteria
This grant program is financed by New York State in conjunction with participating educational institutions throughout the state. It is designed to help part-time undergraduate students enrolled in 3-11 credits per semester meet their educational expenses.
Application
Application is made by filing the New York State Aid for Part-Time Study Application and the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), which can be obtained from college financial aid offices.
Amount
The program provides up to $2,000 per year for part-time students who meet New York State net taxable income guidelines.
Repayment
None.
Arthur O. Eve Higher Education Opportunity Program (HEOP)
Criteria
Grants under the Higher Education Opportunity Program are made available to full-time undergraduate students who demonstrate a potential for completing
post secondary education and who are economically and educationally disadvantaged.
Application
Application is made by filing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and CSS/ Financial Aid Profile which may be obtained from high school guidance offices or college financial aid offices. For further information and the deadline for application, contact the HEOP Program at (516) 299-2397.
Amount
The amount of the grant varies based on need, state funding levels and college costs.
Repayment
None.
Regents Awards for Children of Deceased or Disabled Veterans
Criteria
This award is for children of deceased or disabled veterans; you must establish documentary evidence when applying.
Application
A special application must be obtained from the Scholarship Unit, 13th Floor, New York State Higher Education Services Corporation, 99 Washington Avenue, Albany, NY 12255.
Amount
These awards provide up to $450 per year for four years of full-time undergraduate study.
Repayment
None.
Regents Professional Opportunity Scholarships
Criteria
Full-time students studying in an approved program leading to licensure in a profession designated by the Commissioner of Education may apply for this award. Applicants must be economically disadvantaged and a member of a minority group historically underrepresented in the licensed profession.
Application
For an application, write to the New York State Education, Bureau of HEOP/VATEA/Scholarships Education Building Addition, Room 1071, Albany, NY 12234.
Amount
This award provides from $1,000 to $5,000 per year for up to four years of study.
Repayment
Recipients must agree to practice in their chosen profession in New York State for 12 months for each annual payment received.
State Aid to Native Americans
Criteria
This program provides financial assistance to enrolled members of a New York State tribe and their children who are attending, or planning to attend, a college in New York State and are New York State residents.

Application forms may be obtained from the Native American Education Unit, New York State Education Department, Room 478EBA, Albany, NY 12234.

Application deadlines: July 15 for Fall Semester, December 31 for Spring Semester, May 20 for Summer Semester.

Amount
A grant of up to $2,000 is available for full-time study. Part time awards are approximately $85 per credit hour.
Repayment
None.
Veterans Benefits
Criteria
Long Island University is approved for veterans education benefits under various G.I. bills for veterans or active duty service men and women. Tutorial assistance payments are also available.
Application
Information and applications are available through the C.W. Post Office of Veterans Affairs (516) 299-2588 or through the Veterans Administration (212) 620-6901.
Amount
Award amounts are based on enrollment status, training and number of dependents.
Repayment
None.
 
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