Visit the Library for Support with Your Financial Aid Applications
Looking for support with financial aid applications for college? The New York Public Library is here for you! To help you navigate the new process for Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) applications, NYPL, in partnership with New York City Public Schools, the State University of New York, and the City University of New York, is offering free drop-in support sessions to students and families. All students seeking financial aid for college, including grants, scholarships, work-study, and loans, should fill out the FAFSA application.
Join us at any of the branches below for one-on-one assistance, available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Bronx
-
Thurs, Apr 4, 4–5:30 PM; High Bridge Library, 78 W 168th Street
-
Wed, Apr 10, 4–5:30 PM; Parkchester Library, 1985 Westchester Avenue
-
Sat, Apr 20, 1–3 PM; Bronx Library Center, 310 E Kingsbridge Road
-
Thurs, Apr 25, 3:30–5 PM; Woodstock Library, 761 E 160th Street
Manhattan
-
Tues, Apr 9, 4–5:30 PM; Hamilton Grange Library, 503 W 145th Street
-
Sat, Apr 13, 1–3 PM; Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library, 455 Fifth Avenue
-
Tues, Apr 23, 1–3 PM; Macomb’s Bridge Library, 2633 Adam Clayton Powell Jr Blvd
-
Wed, Apr 24, 5:30–6:45 PM; Chatham Square Library, 33 East Broadway
Staten Island
-
Sat, Apr 6, 1–3 PM; St. George Library Center , 5 Central Avenue
-
Wed, Apr 17, 4–5:30 PM; Charleston Library, 225 Bricktown Way
If you are unable to attend a session, we recommend the following resources:
-
Pro Tips for the 2024–25 FAFSA Form | Consejos profesionales para llenar el formulario FAFSA 2024–25
-
Understanding FAFSA Guide (Available in: 10 languages)
-
NYS Higher Education Services Corporation: How to Pay for College
Stay up to date with all NYPL resources on college and career readiness.
DISCLAIMER: The New York Public Library (the “Library”) is not responsible or liable for your use or misuse of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (“FAFSA”) assistance services provided at our locations, including but not limited to the security, reliability, and timeliness of information. The Library has taken care to provide this opportunity for our patrons to have access to FAFSA assistance through service providers (the “Services”). You may elect to speak with a guidance counselor, college advisor, or contact the Federal Student Aid Help Center (studentaid.gov/help-center/contact) if you have questions or concerns about the information you provide and the guidance you receive during the Services, and whether your interpretation of it is appropriate for your situation. The Library does not endorse any service provider or the products or services they provide. You should always conduct your own due diligence when completing the FAFSA.