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OCFS recognizes the important role education can play in the lives of foster youth. The following serves as a guide to equip youth in care with the tools to navigate the higher education system as they prepare to transition out of care.
General College Information
- College Board (preparing for college, searching for colleges, entrance exam preps)
- Princeton Review (find prep courses, information about colleges and universities)
- National Resource Center for Youth Development
Scholarships and Financial Aid
Academic Scholarships
- Scholar Site
- Hertz Foundation's Graduate Fellowship Award
- Milton Fisher Scholarship for Innovation and Creativity
Athletic Scholarships
- NCAA Future Student Athlete Resources
- Athnet Recruitment for College Sports
- NCSA Athletic Scholarships
Scholarships for Foster Care Youth
- Youth in Care Corner: Paying for Higher Education
- AFFC NY: Tuition Assistance and Scholarshipsfor Youth
- New Yorkers for Children (NYFC) Guardian Scholars Program
- Foster Care to Success: America’s College Fund for Foster Youth
- United Friends of the Children: Foster Youth Scholarships
Federal and State Financial Aid
- Smart Student Guide to Financial Aid
- Financial Aid Need Estimator
- U.S. Department of Education FAFSA Information
- U.S. Department of Education: Apply for a Grant
- NYS Higher Education Services Corporation: College and Career Planning
- NYS Higher Education Services Corporation: Applying for Financial Aid
- NYS Higher Education Services Corporation: Beware of FAFSA and Scholarships Myths and Scams
- NYS Higher Education Services Corporation: Tuition Assistance Program (TAP) Application
- State University of New York (SUNY) Educational Opportunity Program (EOP)
- Loan Repayment Calculator
- Educational and Training Vouchers for Current and Former Foster Care Youth
Opportunities
Opportunities for Minorities
- United Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
- United Negro College Fund
- The Hispanic Scholarship Fund
- National Association of Black Journalists Scholarship Programs
Military Opportunities
- Things to Consider Before Joining the U.S. Military
- Information about the Army, National Guard, Army Reserve, and Civilian Service
- How to Join the Army
- Joining the Navy
- Becoming a Marine
- Selective Service System
- New York Army National Guard
- Pat Tillman Foundation: Apply to Be a Scholar
Study Abroad Opportunities
Opportunities for Students with Special Needs
- Transition planning for students with IEP diplomas
- Career Development and Occupational Studies (CDOS) Commencement Credential
- Skills and Achievement Commencement Credential (SACC)
Other Resources
- NYS Technical & Education Assistance Center for Homeless Students (NYS-TEACHS): Education
- Office of Mental Health: What to Do with My Life (Education and Work Sites)
- New Yorkers For Children: Emergency Education Fund for NYC Youth
- Casey Family Programs
Disclaimer
External links are provided for the convenience of the user. Such use does not constitute an official endorsement or approval by the Office of Children and Family Services. When users click an external link and leave the OCFS website, they should be aware that they are subject to the privacy and security policies of the external site.