Scholarship Opportunity

New York Non-Degree Part-Time TAP

Offered by New York State Higher Education Services Corporation

Tuition assistance for part-time students in eligible non-degree workforce credential programs at participating SUNY and CUNY colleges.

EssayNot required
RenewableYes
Grade LevelAdult Learner, Trade School Student, College Student

Application Timeline

Important application dates

This scholarship offers more than one application cycle. Review each window carefully before applying.

2026–27 Academic Year

OpensTo Be Announced
DeadlineJune 30, 2027

2027–28 Academic Year

OpensOctober 1, 2026
DeadlineJune 30, 2028

Eligibility

  • Enroll in an eligible non-degree workforce credential program at a participating SUNY or CUNY college.
  • Take one to eleven credits or equivalent part-time coursework, remain in good academic standing, and have TAP eligibility remaining.
  • Meet New York residency or DREAM Act eligibility and applicable income limits.
  • Be a U.S. citizen or eligible noncitizen with 12 continuous months of NYS residency, or qualify through the NYS DREAM Act.
  • NYS net taxable income limits: $125,000 for dependent students, independents with tax dependents, or qualifying former foster/orphan/ward students; $60,000 for married independents without dependents; $30,000 for single independents without dependents.
  • Remain out of default on federal/state student loans and comply with repayment and service terms of earlier NYS awards.

Requirements

  • Complete the FAFSA and TAP application or applicable DREAM Act application.
  • Use an approved SUNY/CUNY workforce credential program and confirm remaining TAP eligibility; this path does not require the usual secondary-education credential.

How to Apply

  1. 1Choose the application matching your enrollment year: 2026–27 due June 30, 2027; 2027–28 opened October 1, 2026 and is due June 30, 2028.
  2. 2Complete FAFSA/TAP annually, or establish DREAM Act eligibility and submit the appropriate application.
  3. 3Confirm your eligible program, credit load and award estimate with the college; the earliest listed deadline does not apply to both aid years.