To receive both Federal and State financial aid as a CUNY student, you must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

The FAFSA form is available at www.fafsa.ed.gov. If you have questions while completing the FAFSA form you may contact the FAFSA help line at 800.433.3243.

We urge you to apply for financial aid for each upcoming academic year before the deadline of April 15.

When completing the FAFSA, the Title IV Code is 004765.

Most award amounts are based on need, and you will have to maintain good academic standing.

There are many options to choose from when considering both government-funded and private sources of financial assistance.

The basic kinds of financial assistance are:

• Loans - Loansdo need to be repaid.
• Scholarships - Scholarships are usually based on academic merit and do not need to be paid back.

Employer and Union Vouchers
Many employers and most unions have funds available to support worker education and skills upgrades. Talk with your employer or union representative. We can provide course registration documentation for you.

Payment Plan Options

You may also pay for your course(s) over a period of time by enrolling with TuitionPay. To learn more visit the Payment Methods section of our website.

Additional information about financial aid can be found at CUNY's website,
http://cuny.edu/admissions/financial-aid.html, or in the CUNY Paying for College: A Solutions Handbook , which can be mailed to you upon request.

If you have questions relating to financial aid, please contact the Financial Aid Office at 212.652.2895 or financialaid@sps.cuny.edu.