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Other Financial Aid You may be eligible for state or federal student financial aid if you are enrolled in a college degree or certificate program. The following resources may also be of interest to you: Aid for Part-Time Study (APTS) Most colleges offer this New York State grant to help pay tuition costs for part-time students enrolled in 3 to 11 credit hours of study. You must be matriculated in a degree or certificate program and must meet income eligibility requirements. Contact your school’s financial aid office for an application and further details. Federal Pell Grant Program This grant program is available to students matriculated in an undergraduate degree program who are taking at least one course. The eligibility and amount are based on demonstrated financial need. This grant may be used for tuition, books, transportation, and other related college expenses. Use the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (available from college financial aid offices) to apply. Guide to Financial Aid for Working Adult Students This free Partnership guide may help you obtain additional financial assistance beyond Partnership educational benefits if you are enrolled in a college degree or certificate program. Commonly asked questions about state and federal financial aid are answered, and a step-by-step plan to apply for financial aid is explained. Federal Tax Credits for Education If you, your spouse, or a dependent are taking college courses or other post- secondary training, you may benefit from the Hope Scholarship Credit or Life Time Learning Credit. Both programs are federal tax relief programs that were part of the Taxpayer Relief Act of 1997. In general, job-related educational assistance benefits are not taxable, with the following clarification and exceptions:
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