Updates from the College Office
For more information about any of the opportunities listed here, please contact Mr. Biscardi, College & Career Advisor, via Jupiter message or at [email protected] or visit him in the College Office, Room 904.
CLASS OF 2025 - COMPLETE THE DECISION REPORT
Congrats! The year, and high school is almost over! If Mr. Biscardi visited your economics class and you completed this form already - you do not need to do anything. You can ignore this message.
If you have not completed this survey or you do not have an economics course this semester, please use this link to report to HSEF your plans for life after high school.
You must be signed into your NYC schools account to access the survey.
The information is confidential and will be used for your final academic report. Feel free to reach out if you have any issues or questions.
CLASS OF 2026 - COMPLETE COLLEGE & CAREER QUESTIONNAIRE
Welcome to the spring 2025 semester! I hope you are as excited as I am to begin our discussion about what your plans may be for life after high school.
It is important to keep in mind the information will help me, help you in finding colleges or career programs, scholarships, scholarships and opportunities.
Your responses are confidential, and I am not asking anything that isn't asked on a college/trade program or financial aid application (less in fact!), so, be honest! The more accurate and in depth your responses are the better advice I can provide. I am looking forward to meeting with you soon.
Feel free to reach out to Mr. Biscardi with any questions or concerns.
FREE FINANCIAL AID ASSISTANCE
New York State's Higher Education Service Corporation (HESC) offers a wide range of free 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.
Events are free and ongoing throughout the process, but space is limited so be sure to find an event and register today!
Topics include:
Creating Your StudentAid.gov (FSA ID)
Your StudentAid.gov (FSA ID) account is the first step to getting access to federal student financial aid.
Get one-on-one assistance from HESC and NYS college financial aid professionals who can help you complete your FAFSA and NYS application for the Tuition Assistance Program (TAP)
Drop-in to connect with HESC financial aid experts to get answers to all of your financial aid questions during a session.
College Financial Aid for Students with Disabilities
Find out more information about the numerous financial aid programs available to New York State students with disabilities.
Students can drop in to get assistance with their DREAM Act financial aid applications.
High School Senior Basics Presentation
Designed to equip high school seniors with essential information and tools for a smooth transition to college.
NYS HIGHER EDUCATION SERVICES FINANCIAL AID RESOURCES & SUPPORT
New York State Higher Education Services (HESC) offers students and families a wide range of free services to assist with financial aid for college or career programs.
The 2025-26 FAFSA and NYS TAP applications are now available for students to apply. Students can access the NYS TAP application from the state aid link available at the end of the FAFSA submission process. Those who submitted a FAFSA and missed the TAP link can apply directly at www.tap.hesc.ny.gov/totw/hesc.ny.gov/NYSTAP
Undocumented or other students eligible through the NYS DREAM Act can submit their TAP application through their DREAM Act portal.
Students needing assistance completing their FAFSA and NYS TAP applications or making updates can join a HESC FAFSA/TAP Completion Event. These events provide support to students and families to help them navigate the financial aid process.
Upcoming Financial Aid Presentations and Workshops
Senior Basics Presentation
HESC's Senior Basics Presentation provides high school seniors with essential tools and information on applying for financial aid to ensure they have the resources they need to pursue higher education.
Lo que necesita saber sobre la ayuda financiera para asistir a la universidad
Presentación de los conceptos básicos para estudiantes de 4 ano de bachiller: Lo que necesita saber sobre la ayuda financiera para asistir a la universidad.
Creating Your StudentAid.gov Account
Creating a StudentAid.gov account (FSA ID) is the first step to getting access to federal student financial aid. Join HESC for this 15-minute presentation where we’ll give helpful information and walk students through the quick easy process of creating their account.
Como Crear Su Cuenta StudentAid.gov
Su cuenta de Studentaid.gov es el primer paso para acceder a la ayuda económica federal para estudiantes. Acompañamos en esta presentación donde te enseñaremos paso a paso como crear tu cuenta. Como Crear Su Cuenta StudentAid.gov (la credencial FSA ID).
HESC Virtual Drop-in Lounge
Students can connect with HESC experts to get answers to all their financial aid questions during one of HESC's Virtual Drop-Ins.
If you have questions regarding the TAP/FAFSA or about any upcoming event, please contact [email protected]
Get Connected to the Resources Students Need.
HESC Text can send students and parents text messages with vital information on financial aid, crucial deadlines, and valuable resources to help put them on the right path toward their college careers.