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Announcement: The Financial Aid Office will close at 3pm on Friday December 14, 2018. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Welcome. You have reached the Lehman College Financial Aid Information Page. This is part of a continuing commitment by our financial aid staff to educate students and parents about the financial aid process. It is our hope that this information will help ensure a successful application effort.
Our Mission
The mission of the Financial Aid Office at Lehman College is to help students apply for, receive and maintain eligibility for various types of financial aid. The office provides financial assistance to students who would otherwise be unable to pursue and achieve their educational and professional goals. The office strives to provide timely and accurate financial aid processing that is in full compliance with all federal, state and university regulations. The Financial Aid Office is committed to the highest level of customer service and effective, efficient delivery of financial assistance from federal, state, private and institutional sources to all Lehman College students.
In order to fulfill its mission, policies and procedures must be continually evaluated to ensure prompt, efficient service in compliance with statutes and regulations. Evaluations include: annual audits, management review and satisfaction surveys
New York State Excelsior Application for Spring 2019 is now open. Deadline to apply is January 14, 2019.
*NEW* NEW YORK STATE EXCELSIOR SCHOLARSHIP *(Please note deadlines below)*
The new Excelsior Scholarship is the first of its kind in the country, and will enable many New York State residents to attend a CUNY college tuition free.
Recipients of this award must have a family income of $110,000 or less; attend full-time; and complete 30 credits per year. An Excelsior Scholarship recipient can receive up to $5,500 from the Excelsior Scholarship, minus any amounts received for TAP, Pell, New York City Merit Scholarship or other scholarships. Awardees must also agree to reside exclusively in New York State and not be employed in any other State for a continuous number of years equal to the duration of the award. If you have questions regarding the Excelsior Scholarship at Lehman please visit the
- Excelsior Scholarship Information Sheet
- Excelsior Scholarship Information Sheet - Accessible Text-Only Version
Follow these 3 easy steps to apply for the Excelsior Scholarship:
1. Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
2. Apply for TAP
3. Complete the Excelsior Scholarship Application by July 23, 2018
***Please note: If you are already a recipient of an Excelsior Scholarship from a previous application period, you do not need to complete this application. You are a recipient if you signed and submitted the Excelsior Scholarship contract, even if you did not receive payment in the prior year.
This application is for students looking to receive a first-time award for the 2018-19 academic year.
Click here for more information & answers to frequently asked questions
CUNY’s Financial Aid Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) information and SAP Waiver appeal instructions
Viewing Your Financial Aid Status in CUNYfirst Self Service
Now is the time to file your 2018-2019 FAFSA!
- 2017-2018 Application Filing Guide - important information on how to properly file your financial aid applications!
- Application Filing Guide Accessible Text Only Version
Creating and Using the FSA
Paying for College
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