Financial aid
A combination of resources is available to help students pay for their education. Prospective and current students should explore all possible sources of funding.

Financial aid consists of funds from federal, state, University and private organization sources in the form of grants, scholarships, loans and part-time employment. Funds are used for educational expenses, such as tuition, fees, housing, meals, books, transportation and miscellaneous personal expenses. Grants and scholarships are “free” funds. Loans must be repaid, but are given at a low interest rate with generous repayment options. Students earn wages from part-time employment. If you are interested in receiving financial aid, you should apply each year, using the Free Application For Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), and the Express Tuition Assistance program (TAP) application if you are a New York state resident.

Contact the Binghamton University Office of Financial Aid at bingfa.binghamton.edu.

Federal Work Study (FWS)
Employment is available to full-time students as an opportunity to earn money to help defray college expenses. Students employed in FWS jobs receive wages that are subsidized by funds received from the federal government. Eligible students may participate, based on financial need, through the filing of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). FWS is granted to students as part of their financial aid package. Contact the Binghamton University Office of Financial Aid at bingfa.binghamton.edu.

Educational and other assistance
Educational Opportunity Program: The Michael E. Boyd Educational Opportunity Program Center at Binghamton University provides support and advocacy to under-represented students. Qualifying for admission to the Educational Opportunity Program is based on two sets of criteria: a candidate’s academic preparation and the financial resources of a candidate’s family. Visit the EOP website for more information: eop.binghamton.edu.

Collegiate Science and Technology Entry Program
The Collegiate Science and Technology Entry Program (CSTEP) helps economically disadvantaged students and under-represented minorities succeed in their chosen fields. The program fosters a cooperative learning environment with support services that enhance each student’s academic growth and professional potential. To find out more information, visit cstep.binghamton.edu.

International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS)
Part of the Division of Student Affairs, ISSS serves a population of more than 1,100 international students from nearly 90 countries around the world and approximately 80 visiting international scholars and faculty. Programs and services are designed to meet the needs of entering international students, currently enrolled international students and international alumni. For more information, visit isss.binghamton.edu.

Career support
Whether LACAS students pursue graduate studies or professional career opportunities, the University’s Career Development Center (CDC) assists them throughout their years on campus and as alumni. It provides services relating to career exploration, job search, and applications to graduate and professional schools. Visit cdc.binghamton.edu for more information on career exploration.


Funding sources

Minority scholarships:
A Better Chance: abetterchance.org
Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute: chci.org
Hispanic College Fund: hispanicfund.org
Hispanic College Fund: free-4u.com
Hispanic Scholarship Fund: hsf.net
Hispanic Scholarship Fund Institute: hsfi.org
League of United Latin American Citizens: lulac.org
Minority Corporate Council Association: mcca.com
Minority Scholarships Guide: minority-scholarships-guide.com
ROTC: afrotc.com
State Farm Hispanic Scholoarship Fund: statefarm.com

Internships/scholarships on science and research:
Adobe diversity college scholarship program: adobe.com
Educational opportunities: orau.gov
NASA: nasa.gov

College financial aid, scholarships, etc.:
College Confidential: collegeconfidential.com
College Scholarships: collegescholarships.com
Money for College: scholarships4college.com
Microsoft: microsoft.com


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