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FEDERAL AND STATE PROGRAMS

Federal Pell Grant
Pell Grants are awarded to undergraduate students who complete a FAFSA and demonstrate financial need. The actual amount of the grant depends on the level of need as well as the number of credits for which the student is registered. Students with a prior bachelor’s degree are not eligible.

Federal Supplemental Education Opportunity Grant (FSEOG)
Priority is given to students who are eligible to receive the Federal Pell Grant. Award amounts depend on the level of need, the number of credits for which a student is registered and the availability of funds.

Federal Work-Study Program
This program offers an excellent opportunity for undergraduate and graduate students to defray their educational expenses. There are several jobs available at the college that allow the student to study and work on a convenient schedule. Students must demonstrate financial need to be eligible.

Federal Stafford Loan
Undergraduate and graduate students who attend at least half time (6 credits or more) may borrow a Federal Stafford Loan. Consult the Financial Aid Office to determine the extent of loan eligibility.

Federal Parent Loan (FPLUS)
Dependent students may supplement their funding with a federal PLUS loan. Loan eligibility is not based on need; however, the parent who is the borrower must maintain a good credit rating. Consult the Financial Aid Office to determine the extent of loan eligibility and to complete the loan application.

Tuition Assistance Program (TAP)
Residents of New York State who attend full time (12 credits or more) and demonstrate financial need may be eligible for this state-funded grant.

Aid for Part-Time Study (APTS)
Residents of New York State who attend less than full time (3 - 11 credits) and demonstrate need may be eligible for this state-funded grant. The financial aid office will provide the APTS application to eligible students.