Pay for College

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High school students and their parents can sign up to get text messages with information and access to the resources you need to prepare for college or apply for financial aid.

The Excelsior Scholarship and Enhanced Tuition Awards

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Excelsior Application

ETA Application

Senator José Peralta New York State DREAM Act

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Prepare

Begin your journey to college, and get step-by-step planning tips to help you stay on track. Learn everything from taking the right classes, finding the right college, writing your college essay and submitting your applications on time.

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Why Go?

College changes your life in more ways than you can imagine.

Checklist

Stay on track with our step-by-step plans based on your class year.

Research

Everything you need to find the college that’s just right for you.

Apply

Applying to college doesn’t have to be hard. We’ll walk you through it.

Pay

Everything you need to know about financial aid and financing a college education is one click away.

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Types of Aid

Money for college comes in many forms. Explore the types of aid available.

Apply

Follow these steps to apply for financial aid. To receive aid, you must apply!

All About TAP. The TAP application process begins with the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)

— Financial Advisor —

Complete simple questions and create a Pay for College Action Plan!

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— Financial AID AWARD COMPARISON TOOL —

Compare up to three award letters based on the bottom line cost or net cost.

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Special Interests

There may be additional financial support, tools and resources available for people with special circumstances.

Military

Up-to-date information for those who currently or have served in the military.

Adult/Returning

Key information to help adults return to college.

Youth in Care

Resources for youth in out-of-home placement to help plan and pay for college.

Transferring

Helpful tips and information depending on your circumstances and semester you are transferring.