NYS College Application Month (CAM) is Here!

This October, nearly 150 colleges and universities across New York State are waiving application fees to help students take their first step toward higher education. The effort is part of College Application Month (CAM), a nationwide initiative focused on increasing the number of students applying to college and easing the transition from high school to postsecondary education. HESC offers free resources, events, and tools to support your school and guide students as they prepare to submit their financial aid and college applications.

Visit https://hesc.ny.gov/CAM for a complete listing of colleges.

Join a HESC Event

HESC offers a wide range of virtual events that can connect students and families with the information, resources, and financial aid experts they need to help them navigate the college application and financial aid process.

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Virtual Drop-In Lounge

2:00 PM - Virtual

Real-time answers from HESC experts—no appointments, no personal info needed. Just straightforward financial aid help.

Como crear su cuenta StudentAid.gov (La credencial FSA ID).

4:00 PM - Virtual

Su cuenta de Studentaid.gov es el primer paso para acceder a la ayuda económica federal para estudiantes. Acompáñanos en esta presentación donde te enseñaremos paso a paso como crear tu cuenta.

Senior Year: Navigating College Financial Aid​

6:00 PMVirtual

Want free money for college? Let’s show you how to find it, apply for it, and get it!

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What Are Special and Unusual Circumstances When Completing the FAFSA Presentation

6:00 PM - Virtual

Life happens—learn how special circumstances can impact your FAFSA and financial aid.

College Financial Aid for Veterans and their Dependents Panel

6:00 PMVirtual

Veterans and dependents—discover the education benefits that can make college affordable.

NYS FAFSA Completion Initiative

12:00 PMVirtual

Unlock the power of the NYS FAFSA Completion Initiative database and learn how to track your students’ FAFSA and TAP progress with ease to better guide them toward college success!