New York State offers several programs to assist students with the cost of higher education. Review details about available programs below. New York State offers grants and scholarships. Eligibility is determined by the Higher Education Services Corporation (HESC), not the school a student attends. The school will verify that the student maintains academic eligibility and enrolls in the required number of credit hours.
Students from mixed-status families are now eligible to apply for NYS financial aid without completing the FAFSA through HESC’s Alternative Eligibility Path. Students may also contact SUNY Buffalo State’s Financial Aid Office or a HESC representative to learn more about their options to apply for NYS aid.
Other states may also have grant programs and may allow their students to use the grants to attend colleges that are out of state.