TAP, College & Career Planning

TAP

Eligibility

US citizen or eligible non-citizen Legal resident of New York State Study full-time at an approved program of study in a NYS

post-secondary institution High school graduate, have GED or pass a federally-

approved Ability to Benefit exam Be in good academic standing Have at least a cumulative “C” average after receiving two

annual TAP payments Not be in default of a student loan guaranteed by HESC Not be in default of any repayment of state awards Meet income eligibility requirements

Awards Ranges

Dependent undergraduate – $500-$5,000

Independent undergraduate – $500-$3,025

Graduate – $75-$550

Actual Awards

TAP awards are based on:– Type of academic institution and tuition– NYS net taxable income

• Up to $80,000 combined family income for dependent undergraduate student, married students, or student with tax dependents

• Up to $10,000 for single independent students with no dependents

• Pension Income Inclusion – NYS net taxable income, plus income from state, local and federal government pensions

How to Apply for TAP

FAFSA

Complete the FAFSAwww.fafsa.ed.gov

New York State Residents

www.tapweb.org

If the student doesn’t use the TAP link on the FAFSA confirmation page, the student must wait three business days for using TAP on the Web (TOTW)

TOTW

After the FAFSA processer sends data and a valid EFC to HESC, HESC will:– Email student with a link to TOTW site or mail a

postcard to students without an email address– After seven days, another email or postcard is sent– After 14 days, a paper TAP application is sent with a

cover letter encouraging the student to use the Web and includes the link

Next Steps

Online Change Form

TAP Request for Information

Part-time Students

Part-time TAP

Student must have earned at least 12 credits in each of two consecutive semesters

6-11 credits Maintain a “C” average Standard TAP application process

APTS

Aid for Part-time Study Part-time undergraduate study at NYS

participating institutions Maximum award $2000 annually Campus-based application and award process

– HESC distributes APTS funds to participating colleges– Colleges award APTS based on funds availability and

student need

Additional Information

HESC E-Library

HESC E-Library

College & Career Planning

Career

CareerZone

Review careers by clusters– Identifies careers with expected higher demand

Assessment tool Career descriptions

– Educational requirements – NYS schools

Mapping Your Future

CareerShip

Information: Description Tasks Wages Career outlook Interests Education Knowledge Skills

Similar careers

Review careers by cluster

Review featured career

Match career to interests

Career search

Career Voyages

Where to start? Where will the demand be? Does education pay? How do I get started?

College Planning

College.gov

Why go? What to do? How to pay? I’m going

College Navigator

Help find the right college Search functions by level of award, institution

type, state

Show Me The Future

Online life skills and financial literacy game: Helps students learn basic skills in financial

planning, goal setting, and decision-making– Cost of living– Budgeting– Difference between wants and needs – Importance of financial planning – Need to set career goals– Value of higher education

Helps students envision their futures

FACTS

Financial Awareness and Consumer Training for Students– Develops financial literacy for your students at your

campus

Professional staff from HESC will provide training for you, your staff and your students

Training Outline

Importance of Completing High School/College Identify Needs vs. Wants Develop a Spending Plan Use of Debit vs. Credit Prevent Identity Theft

Money Wise 411

Money Wise 411 is designed specifically for high school students in order to develop skills and avoid credit card debt!

School Responsibilities

Ensure Attendance Distribute Surveys

FACTS Contact

Pamela Jerome (518) 402-3524

Helpful Web Sites

www.hesc.org www.fafsa.ed.gov www.mappingyourfuture.org www.careervoyages.gov www.fastweb.com www.collegeboard.com www.showmethefuture.org nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator http://www.collegegoalsundayusa.org/

studentsFamilies/fosteranswers.htm

Saving For College!

Thank you

Questions?