Scholarship Opportunity

NYS Math and Science Teaching Incentive Program

Offered by New York State Higher Education Services Corporation

Tuition support for future secondary math and science teachers in New York.

EssayNot required
RenewableYes
Grade LevelCollege Student, Graduate Student

Eligibility

  • Enroll full-time in an approved undergraduate or graduate program leading to secondary math or science teaching.
  • Agree to teach math or science in New York secondary education for five years after graduation.
  • Meet U.S. citizenship/eligible-noncitizen and 12-month NYS residence requirements, or establish applicable DREAM Act eligibility with HESC.
  • No income limit; remain out of default. Cannot receive the Masters in Education incentive or owe service to another state/federal program.
  • Take at least 12 program credits; returning recipients need a 2.5 cumulative GPA.

Requirements

  • Apply when HESC announces the next scholarship window and sign the service agreement.
  • Recipients complete FAFSA and TAP or applicable DREAM Act paperwork annually for payment.
  • Awards support up to four undergraduate years and one graduate year; other tuition aid reduces payment.

How to Apply

  1. 1Check approved programs and the teaching obligation.
  2. 2Watch HESC for the next application; the current window is closed.
  3. 3Begin five years of full-time grades 7–12 math/science teaching within two years of degree completion and initial certification. Noncompliance can convert awards to a ten-year loan with interest.