The College of Staten Island offers a number of financial assistance options for Continuing Education students. We ask students to carefully consider which option is best for them.
SCHOLARSHIPS
New York Accelerated Workforce Recovery HUB Scholarship - FALL APPLICATION DEADLINE HAS PASSED AND SUBMISSIONS ARE CLOSED.
The Office of Workforce Development and Innovation in partnership with New York Community Trust launched the New York Accelerated Workforce Recovery HUB Scholarship in spring 2023. Eligible applicants will be awarded financial scholarships that will cover a portion of the tuition costs for selected Workforce Training courses offered this semester.
Attending a virtual information session is required to get necessary information on how to apply.
The Career Success Scholarship Application - FALL APPLICATION DEADLINE HAS PASSED AND SUBMISSIONS ARE CLOSED.
The Helena Rubinstein Continuing Education Scholarship Fund for Career Advancement is open to individuals who seek to advance their careers through education and training, and who do not have access to other sources of funding that can pay for tuition and fees. Scholarship applicants may also be disadvantaged individuals who are unemployed or seeking a career change.
The Scholarship:
- Covers up to 90% of certificate program tuition
- Funding supports CE programs that prepare individuals for jobs where there is evidence of labor-market demand
- Students that are unemployed, seeking a career change, or looking to advance their career through education, are encouraged to apply
Since 2008, the Helena Rubinstein Foundation has supported scholarships for continuing education students at CUNY colleges who are seeking career advancement and has signaled its ongoing support for these activities through yearly grants to the University. In 2011, the Foundation made a one million dollar gift to CUNY to endow this scholarship fund, making it possible for Continuing Education students at CUNY to access funding for their programs in perpetuity.
Attending a virtual information session is required to get necessary information on how to apply.
MyCAA Scholarship
The My Career Advancement Account (MyCAA) Scholarship is a workforce development program that provides up to $4,000 of financial assistance to eligible military spouses who are pursuing a license, certification, or Associate’s degree in a portable career field and occupation.
EMPLOYER AND UNION FUNDED PROGRAMS
- 1199SEIU Members
If you are currently an 1199SEIU member, you may be eligible to receive tuition reimbursement. To obtain reimbursement for a continuing education course, you must submit a completed application with all supporting documents to the Training and Upgrading Fund within 90 days of completing the course. For questions or an application, call the Tuition Assistance Hotline at 646.473.9200. You can also email training@1199funds.org.
- DC 37 Members
Many courses are reimbursable for NYC employees who are members of District Council 37. For general information, to check eligibility, or to request a tuition reimbursement application, call 212.815.1663 or visit District Council37, AFSCME,AFL-CIO.
PUBLICLY FUNDED PROGRAMS
- ACCES-VR
Adult Career and Continuing Education Services - Vocational Rehabilitation (ACCES-VR) assists individuals with disabilities to achieve and maintain employment and to support independent living through training, education, rehabilitation, and career development.
Phone: 718.816.4800 or www.acces.nysed.gov/vr/ - Department of Veterans Affairs
You may be eligible for VA Education Benefits under the GI Bill. All veterans interested in obtaining information from the VA regarding their eligibility for funding need to have a copy of their DD-214 form. Visit https://www.va.gov/education/eligibility/ to request official notification of education benefits.
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Independent Training Accounts through HRA
Independent Training Accounts (ITAs) provide funding for occupational skills trainings and are available only to job seekers receiving cash assistance from the Human Resources Administration (HRA).To find out more about training vouchers available, please speak to your program representative. Find your local representative here: https://www1.nyc.gov/site/hra/locations/job-locations.page
- NYS & CSEA Partnership for Education and Training
The Tuition Benefits Program provides educational benefits to CSEA-represented New York State (NYS) employees, enabling them to achieve greater career mobility, qualify for promotional opportunities, improve job skills, and prepare for future state workforce needs. The College of Staten Island, Office of Workforce Development and Innovation participates in the Tuition Voucher Program. Applications can be made online https://www.nyscseapartnership.org, School Code for training programs is 337 The College of Staten Island/CUNY (NC).
STUDENT LOANS
Students may arrange a private loan to help cover educational expenses for certificate programs. The College does not recommend any specific lender or preferred lender arrangement. We recommend thoroughly investigating your loan options before making educational financing decisions. Private lenders include: