| New
York State Tuition Assistance Program (TAP) |
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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.
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Application
The TAP application process begins with the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). This New York State grant program is available to permanent residents of New York State who plan to attend a New York State college or university and meet income requirements. Students can complete the online TAP application by linking to it directly from the FAFSA Confirmation Page. This application should be completed no later than March 1 each year. |
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 Part-Time Tuition Assistance Program
Part-time students at approved schools in New York State who were first-time, full-time freshmen in 2006-07 may be eligible for Part-Time TAP to help them pay for college. Part-Time Tap is a grant and does not have to be paid back. Part-Time TAP is not the same as Aid for Part-Time Study. |
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Criteria
To be eligible for Part-Time TAP a student must:
- Be a first–time freshman in the 2006-07 academic year or thereafter
- Have earned 12 credits or more in each of the two consecutive semesters, for a minimum total of 24 credits earned
- Maintain a minimum of a “C” average
In addition, the student must:
- Be a United States citizen or an eligible noncitizen
- Be a legal resident of New York State
- Have graduated from high school in the United States, or earned a GED, or passed a federally approved “Ability to Benefit” test as define by the Commissioner of the State Education Department
- Be matriculated in an approved program of study and be in good academic standing
- Be charged at least $200 tuition per year
- Be taking 6 to 11 credits per semester
- Not be in default on a student loan guaranteed by Higher Education Services Corporation (HESC) and not be in any repayment of State awards
- Meet income eligibility limitations
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Application
To apply, complete and submit the FAFSA and TAP applications and follow the instructions provided. |
Amount
The income limits for Part-Time TAP are the same as those for undergraduate TAP:
- Dependent undergraduate students or students who are married or have dependents - $80,000 NYS net taxable income
- Single independent undergraduate students with no dependents - $10,000 NYS Net taxable income
- Partial TAP payment is made for students taking 6-11 credits per semester based on percentage ofthe full TAP award
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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) by March 1 at www.fafsa.ed.gov. |
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) by March 1 at www.fafsa.ed.gov. 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.
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Amount
A grant of up to $1,750 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. |
