Excelsior Scholarship Program is offered by New York State Higher Education Services Corporation (HESC). Award amount: Tuition-free (varies, covers SUNY/CUNY tuition). Deadline: Varies. Eligibility summary: New York residents with family income ≤ $125,000 attending SUNY/CUNY, full-time, agree to live/work in NY post-graduation
Last verified: 2026-05-19. Always confirm details on the official application page before applying.
Need-based program enabling tuition-free attendance at SUNY or CUNY colleges for eligible New York students.
New York residents with family income ≤ $125,000 attending SUNY/CUNY, full-time, agree to live/work in NY post-graduation
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