New York State Scholarships and Grants
Similar to many state governments or organizations, New York State sponsors a financial aid program for New York State residents. These Scholarship and Grant programs are for New York State residents only. You must be admitted to and enrolled in a matriculated degree program at Pace University to receive awards.
Special Application Procedures for New York State Awards
Students who wish to apply for TAP should file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). While completing your FAFSA, you will be prompted to complete your online TAP application at the end of the FAFSA session. When your FAFSA is complete you will be asked to do the following:
- Establish a HESC PIN (Personal Identification Number) for TAP.
- You MUST establish your PIN in order to apply, keep track of your application information or make changes.
- Information from your FAFSA and your family's calculated NYS net taxable income will be pre-filled on your application for TAP.
Applications for NYS TAP and scholarships should be made through the New York State Higher Education Services Corporation (NYS HESC). Contact them at 1-(888)-NYS-HESC or visit the New York State HESC website for more information. The TAP application deadline is May 1 of the academic year for which aid is sought.