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Costs & Aid

 

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At Jefferson, we’re committed to keeping college affordable and helping you find the best options to pay for your education.

Jefferson offers quality education at a competitive price - you might find it costs far less than other schools you're considering.

It's always a good idea to carefully plan how you will pay for college, and we'll point you to some useful resources. But first, the numbers:

$5,832

per-year tuition and fees. (savings of $1,827 compared to average resident tuition ($7,515) and fees at New York public universities.)

$215

per credit tuition.

270+

available scholarships, including several that cover full tuition. 82 percent of students receive financial aid.

 

Step-by-step guidance for loans, scholarships, and more

We can help you understand your financial aid options, including grants, scholarships, and loans. We'll guide you through each process step-by-step.

  • Apply for aid walks you through the Federal Application for Free Student Aid (FAFSA), the most important piece of the aid process.
  • Types of aid explains types of aid—from grants and scholarship you don’t pay back to loans that require repayment once you graduate.
  • Apply for scholarships lists scholarships available to Jefferson students.

 

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We’re here to help

Find answers to common financial aid questions or connect with a counselor to talk about your options. You can reach us at financialservices@sunyjefferson.edu or 315-786-2437.

Net price calculator

Estimate everything from tuition to books to living costs and learn how financial aid can help you cover your costs with this handy calculator SUNY offers.

Excelsior Scholarship

New York is the first state to offer tuition-free college at public institutions like Jefferson for families earning up to $125,000. There are guidelines to be aware of and the application is separate.

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