Explore MCC’s ASAP Program

What is ASAP?

SUNY ASAP provides students with the support they need to finish their associate degrees on time. The supports include funding to cover textbooks, groceries, transportation, and other costs of attendance. The ASAP program also offers academic assistance, comprehensive personalized advisement, and career development activities. Any student who is eligible for Pell or TAP is eligible for ASAP.

Benefits of ASAP

Cost of attendance award (after Financial Aid has been applied)
Transportation and textbook assistance
Comprehensive personalized advisement services
Academic support assistance
Career development activities

Eligibility Requirements

Any MCC or SUNY student who receives at least $1 of federal Pell or NYS grant aid (TAP or Excelsior) is a good candidate for ASAP eligibility! ASAP students should not have more than 21 college credits earned before enrollment.

To participate in and receive ASAP program benefits, you must:

Enroll full-time each semester.
Maintain good academic standing.
Meet regularly with your academic advisor.
Attend any recruitment activities.
Complete the FAFSA and TAP application each year.
Graduate within three years.

Contact our office for full eligibility requirements.

To apply for the ASAP program:

Complete the FAFSA: Apply for federal financial aid.
Apply for TAP: Submit the New York State Tuition Assistance Program application.
Contact the MCC ASAP Office: Reach out to the ASAP office at MCC to express interest and learn about our application process.

Note: Students from mixed-status families are now eligible to apply for NYS financial aid without completing the FAFSA at https://www.hesc.ny.gov/altpath. Students may also reach out to ASAP staff to learn more about their options to apply for NYS aid.

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