Scholarship Opportunity

New York State Part-Time TAP

Offered by New York State Higher Education Services Corporation

Tuition assistance for eligible New York students taking three to eleven credits in an approved college program.

EssayNot required
RenewableYes
Grade LevelCollege Student, Adult Learner

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

  • Take 3–11 degree-applicable credits per semester or 4–8 per trimester/quarter at an eligible NY degree-granting college.
  • Meet New York residency or DREAM Act eligibility, the applicable income limits, and academic progress rules.
  • 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.
  • Have a qualifying U.S. high-school diploma, equivalency diploma or approved ability-to-benefit test; eligible online high-school credentials require HESC-approved accreditation.
  • Maintain a cumulative C average; a good-academic-standing waiver cannot replace this requirement. Have at least $200 annual tuition liability.

Requirements

  • Complete the FAFSA and TAP application, or apply through the NYS DREAM Act route if applicable.
  • Confirm remaining TAP eligibility and your credit-based prorated award with the college.

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.