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 qualify for EOP.

  Required Records:
  As part of the EOP admission process, high school records and test scores will be reviewed. This information will help the EOP counselors evaluate a student's potential for success in a college program.

  Support Services:
  EOP students receive special services regarding tutoring, academic, career, and personal counseling.

  Transfers:
  Transfer student may be eligible for EOP if they were enrolled in EOP, HEOP, College Discovery, SEEK, or a similar program at a previous college. Students must have prior college(s) complete EOP Transfer Forms.

  Income Guidelines:
  The table below lists financial eligibility requirements for EOP admission during the 2010-2011 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.

  EOP FINANCIAL ELIGIBILITY
  HOUSEHOLD SIZE (including head of household)	TOTAL ANNUAL INCOME IN PREVIOUS CALENDAR YEAR*
  	Category A	Category B	Category C
  1	$16,060	$21,630	$24,420
  2	$21,630	$27,200	$29,990
  3	$27,210	$32,780	$35,570
  4	$32,790	$38,360	$41,150
  5	$38,360	$43,930	$46,720
  6	$43,960	$49,530	$52,320
  7	$49,500*	$55,070*	$57,860*
  *Add $5,570 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.
• B. Supported by more than one or more worker(s) receiving income from employment.
• C. Supported by one worker with two or more employers.

  Exceptions to Income Guidelines:

• 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; through a county Department of Social Services; or Family Day Care payments through the New York State Office of Children and Family Assistance
• The student lives with foster parents who do not provide support for college and the student's natural parents provide no such support;
• The student is a ward of the state or county.