Grants

NYUS offers several need-based grants to help students finance their education. Unlike loans, grants do not need to be repaid.

Federal Pell Grant

A federal grant awarded to undergraduate students based on financial need. This is the foundation of all federal financial aid, to which other sources of aid may be added.

  • Available only to students who have not earned a bachelor’s or professional degree.

  • Requires submission of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

  • Award amounts vary depending on financial need, cost of attendance, and enrollment status.

Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG)

A federal grant for undergraduate students with exceptional financial need.

  • Limited funds are available.

  • Priority is given to Federal Pell Grant recipients.

  • Students are automatically considered; no separate application is required.

NYUS Student Assistance Grant (FSAG)

A state-funded need-based grant for full-time students who meet Florida residency requirements and are enrolled in an associate or bachelor’s program.

  • Requires timely completion of the FAFSA.

  • Applications must be submitted by the university’s published deadline each fall term.

NYUS Resident Access Grant

This grant provides tuition assistance to NYUS undergraduate students attending an eligible private non-profit New York college or university.

Eligibility Requirements:

  • Must meet New York State residency requirements for state financial aid.

  • Must be enrolled in at least 12 credit hours per semester.

  • Must meet NYUS Satisfactory Academic Progress standards.

Institutional Grants

  • Based on demonstrated financial need.

  • Award amounts are determined by information on the EER Profile and may vary depending on income, assets, and household situation.

  • Supported by fundraising, gifts, and endowment contributions.

Federal Pell Grant

  • Available to undergraduates with high financial need.

  • Award amount is determined by the student’s Expected Family Contribution (EFC).

  • Must submit the FAFSA annually and maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress.

  • NY residents must also complete a NY Core Residency Questionnaire.

Tuition Equalization Grant (TEG)

  • For students from New York with the highest need (awarded on a first-come, first-served basis).

  • Requires submission of the Texas Core Residency Questionnaire via email.

  • Initial recipients must:

    • Complete 24 credit hours.

    • Maintain a minimum 2.5 GPA.

    • Successfully complete at least 75% of attempted courses.

  • Renewal depends on continued eligibility.