Financial Aid & Tuition

Posted Wed, 05/27/2009 - 13:53 by Administrator

Office of Financial Aid

At Paul Smith's College, we are committed to helping students fund their education. We participate in many state and federal programs and also provide our own institutional awards.

Office Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Phone: (518) 327-6119
Fax: (518) 327-6055
Mailing Address:
Office of Financial Aid
P.O. Box 265
Rt. 30 and 86
Paul Smiths, NY 12970

Personnel:
Financial Aid Assistant, Kristye Fountain/ kfountain@paulsmiths.edu
Director of Financial Aid, Mary Ellen Chamberlain / mchamberlain@paulsmiths.edu

Apply for financial aid through the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at www.fafsa.ed.gov. The Paul Smith's school code is 002795.

It is important to research your financial choices. For more information about financial aid resources, please click the links below:

For the 2010-2011 academic year Paul Smith's College tuition is $560/credit. At this standard rate, nine credits per semester totals $5,040.  Extension learning site students will be offered a tuition reduction package. Under this plan, tuition for a nine-credit semester will be $3,994 – a savings of over 30%. Tuition rate is subject to change each academic year. Below is a summary of complete costs and fees for each community college.

To be eligible for maximum financial aid, students must be full time (i.e.
enrolled in 12 credit hours).  Paul Smith's ACE program delivers 9 credits per
semester, so students are encouraged to take one community college course per
semester to have full time status.

Costs are based on full time student status.

Cost FLCC ACC
Paul Smith's (9 credits) $3,994 $3,994  
Community College Course (assumes NY State Residency)* $430 $430  
Administrative Fee $229 $229  
Books & Supplies $300 $300  
Total $4,953 $4,953

 

*Please note: the cost of the community college courses will be based on residency status as determined by the community college. For specific pricing information please go to the community college tuition and fees page on their website. Students should enroll for these courses as you would normally.

Upon receipt of the bill from the respective community college, please submit to Paul Smith's College Office of Financial Aid at Paul Smith's College, P.O. Box 265, Paul Smiths, NY 12970, and Paul Smith's will remit payment directly to the community college on your behalf.

Financial Aid Process and Eligibility
The first step is to apply for financial aid. As a fully enrolled ACE student, you will take nine credits per semester through Paul Smith's College and may be eligible for three-quarters Federal Pell Grant. Part time students are not eligible for New York State TAP.  However, your degree plan may include a certain number of credits and/or specific courses that you will need to take with your home community college. By taking one 3 credit course per semester at the community college, you will be a full time student and eligible for the maximum amount of financial aid. Paul Smith's College financial aid counselors will also work with you to secure loans if needed.