The spring 2022 Excelsior Scholarship application has closed. Sign up to be notified when the fall 2022 application opens.
Normally, book deferments are available online two weeks prior to the semester and run through the end of the drop/add period to register.
Only if a student is expecting a refund, can they request a book deferment. A book deferment will reduce the amount of a students refund by the amount requested. If a student is not expecting a refund, they are not eligible to request a book deferment.
Path via Banner to apply: Banner -> Student -> Online Textbook Deferment Request
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has announced a May 12 start date for its Emergency Broadband Benefit Program that aims to provide subsidies for students struggling to pay for internet amid the pandemic.
FAFSA - Aid years run from July 1st (fall) thru June 30th (spring) of the following year.
Aid Year 2021-2022 FAFSA - Use 2019 tax information (fall 2021/spring 2022)
Aid Year 2022-2023 FAFSA - Use 2020 tax information (fall 2022/spring 2023) - Available Oct 1st
Processing Time: The federal processor will forward your information to our office in about 5-10 business days after you submit your financial aid application online. Please allow time for the application to be submitted to the office to be reviewed. Students should monitor Banner and their BSC email regularly for updates.
THINKING OF WITHDRAWING:
Financial Aid Office Business Hours:
Monday – Friday (except holidays)
8:30am – 5:00pm
You can reach a financial aid specialist:
Phone: 716-878-4902
Email: finaid@buffalostate.edu
in person in Moot Hall
Please stay safe and well
Recommended Resources
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