Your Guide to College Costs and Financial Aid at SUNY
SUNY grads have less student debt on average than their peers across the country — and half of them have no debt at all. So let's get started on maximizing your college investment.
SUNY grads have less student debt on average than their peers across the country — and half of them have no debt at all. So let's get started on maximizing your college investment.
The application for the Fall 2026 Excelsior Scholarship Program is now available.
Free financial aid guidance, including FAFSA support, from trusted SUNY experts — no matter what college you're planning to attend.
Learn more about the types of aid in New York, how to apply, the Excelsior Scholarship, and more.
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid, or FAFSA, is the first form you should fill out to access every type of financial aid for college.
Find the FAFSA code for your campus
Everyone planning to attend college. Period. No matter your income level.
It makes college more affordable by opening the door to federal and state financial aid.
For most students and families, it takes 10-15 minutes to complete.
SUNY is a national leader in financial aid transparency.
That means when you get a financial aid award letter from a SUNY school, you know you can trust it.
Our experts guide you through college costs, financial aid options, and FAFSA completion.
June 2
Financial Aid Overview Session
6:30-7:30PM
June 18
Financial Aid Overview Session
6:30-7:30PM
June 23
FAFSA Completion Workshop
6:30-7:30PM
July 7
Financial Aid Overview Session
6:30-7:30PM