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Overview of Financial Aid and Scholarships

General Eligibility Requirements

Specific eligibility requirements vary throughout the numerous financial assistance programs.  In order to be eligible for most federal and state programs, students must meet the following general requirements.  For specific criteria please use the individual program links on the top of the page.

• U.S. Citizen or National; U.S. Permanent Resident; Citizen of the Freely Associated States; Other Eligible Noncitizens
• Enrolled at Least Half-Time in a Degree Granting Program (Matriculated)
• Maintaining Satisfactory Academic Progress

Financial Aid Philosophy

Financial aid at SUNY ESF is intended to assist students with education and essential cost-of-living expenses.  Funds are awarded primarily on the basis of financial need and are coordinated to supplement parental support, student employment earnings, savings, and assistance from other sources.  Some scholarships and fellowships are awarded based on additional criteria, such as academic achievement or minority student status.  Graduate student assistantships, tuition scholarships, and fellowships are not based on financial need.

Special Circumstances

Financial aid advisors at SUNY ESF are aware of the many challenges involved with financing higher education and meeting day-to-day living expenses.  Families and students with special circumstances affecting their ability to cover these expenses are encouraged to contact the Financial Aid Office.  Circumstances warranting a file review include, but are not limited to:

• Job Loss or Change in Family Income
• Education or Essential Living Expenses not Included in the Cost of Attendance Budget
• Unexpected or Unreimbursed Medical Expenses

Last updated on January 15, 2010