The majority of colleges prefer that students apply on-line. Many schools have their own applications right on their website. Others use the Common Application (Common App ) or SUNY Application (Suny Education). 

If you apply on-line, make sure you tell your school counselor so he/she knows to send your supporting documents. 


Click this link for resources to assistance in completing your common app

DON’T PAY FOR THE FAFSA
Several websites offer help filing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for a fee. These sites are not affiliated with or endorsed by the U.S. Department of Education. The official FAFSA is at www.fafsa.ed.gov, and you can get free help from the financial aid administrator at your college, the FAFSA’s online help, the Federal Student Aid Information Center or 1-800-730-8913.

If you are asked for your credit card information while filling out the FAFSA online, you are not at the official government site.

Free sources of information to help you find money for college:

• The U.S. Department of Education’s Web site:
•  Student's Government website
• FREE online scholarship searches
• College Savings Plan Network
• Americorps
• City Year 
• CSS/Financial Aid PROFILE
• Direct Loans
• Student Loans

Helpful facts and resources for completing financial aid

How do I apply?

What information will I need when completing the FAFSA application?

FAFSA online and myths about Financial Aid

Keeping track of my Financial Aid records

TAP

Info on the Excelsior Scholarship:
Under this groundbreaking initiative, the Excelsior Scholarship, in combination with other student-financial aid programs, allows students to attend a SUNY or CUNY college tuition-free.

Click the link  for more information: Excelsior Scholarship Program