Financial Aid and Scholarships
Learn about FAFSA
The Financial Aid Process, Step by Step
1. File Your FAFSA and TAP Applications
FAFSA
Filing the FAFSA application is your first step in determining your financial aid eligibility.
Once you file your FAFSA on studentaid.gov, you’ll receive a link to the New York State Tuition Assistance Program, or TAP, which offers grants to eligible New York State residents.
Allow up to seven days for us to receive your FAFSA application.
FAFSA School Code: 002687
Federal Student Aid—Applying for Aid
TAP
The easiest way to file your TAP application is through the FAFSA. Once you file the FAFSA, you will receive a link to the TAP application. Make sure you follow the prompts to successfully file the TAP application.
According to the New York State Dream Act, some students may qualify to file only a TAP application.
TAP School Code: 1410
Get Help Filing FAFSA and TAP
2. Use the Net Price Calculator to Estimate Your Costs
The CUNY Net Price Calculator will help you determine your estimated costs, aid, and net payment while attending Brooklyn College. Review the cost of attendance to understand the total cost of attending Brooklyn College.
3. Check CUNYfirst TO Finalize Your Aid
You may need to submit documents to finalize your aid. Log in to CUNYfirst to see if you have to submit documents.
Note: Cybersecurity rules generally prohibit us from accepting sensitive financial aid documents by e-mail. You can upload documents using the online Student Forms or the Dynamic Forms platforms.
4. Review Payment Information
Payment plans are available to assist with tuition and fees that are not covered by financial aid.
5. Apply for Scholarships
Scholarships are available to assist with tuition expenses.
6. After You Apply
Check the status of your financial aid package at CUNYfirst.
Additional Resources
CUNYfirst Student Financial Aid Guide
Financial Aid Forms
Check TAP Couse Applicability—FACTS Guide
Disbursements and Refunds
Withdrawing and Financial Aid
Financial Aid Resources
Our mission is to help students and their families finance the cost of education at Brooklyn College by providing accurate and timely guidance, information, and services.
Contact Us
Access all the financial aid services you need:
- Phone: 718.951.5234
- Zoom: Virtual Financial Aid Office for Students
- In person: Lobby, West Quad Center
- Navigate: If you are looking for assistance with financial aid planning or loan advice, or if your financial situation has changed, sign into EAB Navigate to set up an appointment with an adviser.
- Social: Instagram and Linktree
- Note to parents or persons assisting students: To comply with federal education laws, financial aid staff are prohibited from disclosing information to you about the student unless you accompany the student and he or she consents to the disclosure during the interaction. Alternatively, the student may file a FERPA release form with the Office of the Registrar, giving written authorization to disclose such information to you in the student’s absence.
- Agencies or entities with inquiries should contact the Financial Aid Office via e-mail.
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