GRANTS
Federal Pell Grant:
A federal grant to undergraduate students who have not earned
a bachelor's or professional degree. To determine if you are
eligible, apply on the FAFSA.
The maximum Pell Grant for 2006-07 is $4050 (for full-time
students). Part-time students receive a lesser amount. The
Expected Family Contribution (EFC) and the student's
enrollment status determine the amount of the award. Students
must meet all eligibility criteria to be eligible.
Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (SEOG):
A federal grant for undergraduates with exceptional financial
need - students with the lowest EFC's who demonstrate financial
need and who receive Federal Pell Grants. Funds are limited,
so students should apply by the priority deadline (May 1 for
Fall and November 1 for Spring).
New York State Tuition Assistance Program (TAP):
A New York State grant for full-time students who are residents
of NYS and meet all eligibility criteria (www.hesc.org).
Students must complete and send the Express
TAP Application (ETA) either online (after the
completion of the online FAFSA)
or by mail. Awards for 2006-07*
may range from $500 - $3200 per year based on 2005 NYS income
tax information.
* Depends on the NYS budget.
New York State Aid for Part-time Study (APTS):
A New York State grant for part-time matriculated students
taking at least 3 college credits. APTS applications
are available by clicking here,
or at the Financial Aid Office. Fall 2006 application deadline
is Friday, September 1, 2006 and the Spring 2007 application
deadline is Friday, January 19, 2007. Award amounts are determined
by enrollment and funds available. Students must meet all
eligibility.
New York State Educational Opportunity Grant (EOP):
SUNY Ulster's Educational Opportunity
Program provides academic support and financial
aid to students who show promise for mastering college-level
work. Offered primarily to full-time students who are New
York State residents, EOP accepts students who qualify
academically and financially for the program.
Eligibility:
To be eligible for admission to EOP, a student must
be:
- A New York State resident for 12 months prior to enrollment
- Ineligible for admission under traditional standards, but demonstrate potential for completing a college program
- In need of financial assistance within established income guidelines.
In selecting students for the program, priority is given to full-time applicants from historically disadvantaged backgrounds. If in the year prior to enrollment a family's income falls within EOP guidelines due to unemployment, separation, divorce or death of a parent, etc. a student may not qualify for EOP.
Required Records:
As part of the EOP admission process, a student's high
school record and test scores will be reviewed, as well as
other information about any other experiences that made an
impact on a student's education. This information will help
the EOP counselors evaluate a student's potential for
success in a college program.
Support Services:
When you enroll as an EOP student, you receive special
counseling regarding special tutoring, academic, career, and
personal counseling. In addition, you receive financial aid
(based on NYS budget) to help with the cost of room, board,
books/supplies, transportation and personal expenses.
Transfers:
A student may be eligible for EOP as a transfer student
provided that the student was enrolled in EOP, HEOP,
College Discovery, SEEK, or a similar program
at a previous college. A student must have the prior college(s)
complete the EOP Transfer
Form.
Income Guidelines:
The table below lists financial eligibility requirements for
EOP admission during the 2005-06 academic year. To
be economically disadvantaged, a student must belong to a
household that is defined in Category A, B, or C, or the exceptions
noted below.
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EOP FINANCIAL ELIGIBILITY
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HOUSEHOLD SIZE (including head of
household)
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TOTAL ANNUAL INCOME IN PREVIOUS CALENDAR
YEAR*
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Category
A |
Category
B |
Category
C |
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1
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$14,100
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$18,900
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$20,700
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2
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19,600
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$24,400
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$26,200
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3
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22,350
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27,150
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28,950
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4
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27,800
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32,600
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34,400
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5
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32,850
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37,650
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39,450
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6
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38,550
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43,350
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45,150
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7
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42,900*
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47,700*
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49,500*
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| *Plus $4,350 for each additional family member | |||
Household Categories:
- A. ~ Supported by one or more individuals whose combined income is from Social Security or sources other than employment and which does not exceed the applicable amount under "Category A" above.
- B. ~ Supported by more than one or more worker(s) whose combined total annual income does not exceed the applicable amount under "Category B" above.
- C. ~ For households supported by one worker with two or more employers, which does not exceed the applicable amount under "Category C" above.
The income guidelines do not apply if:
- The student's family is the recipient of Family Assistance or Safety Net payments through the New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance or through a county Department of Social Services; or of Family Day Care payments through the New York State Office of Children and Family Assistance or a county Department of Social Services;
- The student lives with foster parents who do not provide support for college and the student's natural parents provide no such support;
- You are a ward of the state or county.
