Welcome to the Empire State University Office of Financial Aid.
Students applying for summer 2025, fall 2025 or spring 2026 should submit the 2025-2026 FAFSA.
Students applying for aid for the current spring 2025 term should submit the 2024-2025 FAFSA.
Start here!
View our Step-by-Step Guide to Financial Aid!

Help and Answers
Wondering how to pay for your studies at Empire State University? Have questions about scholarships, loans, and other types of aid? You'll find the help and answers you need here:
- Financial Aid: Introduction and FAQ
- Financial Aid Programs and Eligibility Requirements
- Apply for Financial Aid
- Additional Request for Information
- Scholarships
- Appeals
- Cost to Attend
- Important Information for Students Receiving Aid in Sessions Less than 15-Weeks
- Important Information for Students Attending the Summer Term
- Financial Literacy
- Looking for the Student Accounts Office or Information Regarding Your Refund?