Enrollment Management Lab

START. File your FAFSA* at https://studentaid.gov. *FAFSA: Free Application Federal Student Aid. You may need these to finish: FSA account for Parents, Parent Info: SSN/DOB, Parent 1040, Student 1040. 2. File your NYS Application. After filling out your application for federal student aid, you can link over to the state application. If you missed the link you can still fill out the application on the state website: hesc.ny.gov. Items you may need: Parents NY state id for esign, IT201/IT203 NY State returns for. 3. Verification documents. Be on the lookout for emails regarding verification: These emails usually come from schools listed on your FAFSA application. Submit your documentation promptly to avoid delays in awarding and packaging aid. 4. Apply for other grants/scholarships. There are multiple other scholarships you can apply for under the NYS site such as Excelsior, PTS, etc. Remember to read the requirements and deadlines before completing the application. Schools can offer scholarships as well be sure to check their financial aid website! 5. Award Letter/Packaging. Check your CUNYfirst account under Finances to view your financial aid awards. Remember to set up Direct Deposit as well so you can receive eligible refunds quickly and more securely. The Financial Aid Office is available for all your questions and concerns about awards. 6. Reapply for New Aid Year. Some applications such as FAFSA and TAP require a new application every Aid year. The application for the new Year normally opens October 1st.

NEED HELP COMPLETING YOUR FAFSA?

Visit the Enrollment Management Lab in Room V201 for help in completing your applications for the new aid year. For Financial Aid Application assistance, drop in Tuesday – Thursday between 9 AM – 5 PM, and our experts can help!

School Codes

  • Federal School Code: 002694
  • NYS Aid School Code: 1402

Jose Peralta NYS DREAM Act

The Senator José Peralta New York State DREAM Act gives undocumented and other students access to New York State‐administered student financial aid to support their higher education costs. Students eligible to apply for financial aid through the NYS DREAM Act must also complete an application for each program they are interested in obtaining aid from. This application opens state aid programs such as TAP, Excelsior, and PTS for students who do not qualify through the traditional method. NYS DREAM ACT

Academic Year

FAFSA

Tax Year needed

Documents Needed

Fall 2024 and Spring 2025

2024-2025

2022

social security number, permanent resident card or travel documents (if you are not a U.S. citizen), W2's, NYS ID to sign state application, other relevant documents

Fall 2025 and Spring 2026

2025-2026

2023

Fall 2026 and Spring 2027

2026-2027

2024

Fall 2027 and Spring 2028

2027-2028

2025

It is important to complete your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) -- even if you think you won't qualify for financial aid. Here are some reasons why:

  1. Circumstances change. You may not have qualified for a particular program last year, but do now.
  2. You won't be considered for need-based or merit-based scholarships.
  3. You won't be able to apply for a low-cost federal student loan.
  4. ASAP students might not receive all of the financial benefits of the program. If you use PELL for books and/or living expenses, the earlier you file, the earlier you'll receive those funds, making it easier to budget for college.