Are you a 2025 high school graduate attending one of these private colleges or universities located in New York State this fall?  If so, you may be eligible for the NYS Enhanced Tuition Award.

To apply, students must meet eligibility requirements, including:

• Be residents of New York State

• Be pursuing an undergraduate degree at a participating private colleges or universities located in New York State

• Complete 30 credits per year towards their program of study

• Graduate with an Associate's Degree in two years or a Bachelor's Degree in four years

Family income requirements: This program is open to students whose annual household federal adjusted gross income is $125,000 or less.

To complete the application, you will need: 2023 IT-201 NYS Income Tax Return(s) for you and your parent(s), as applicable.

The Enhanced Tuition Awards Application is available here.    Students eligible to apply through the NYS DREAM Act can apply at NYS Dream.

More information can be found at Enhanced Tuition Awards.