FAQ
New Student Frequently Asked Questions
The term “first-year student” is used when referring to students entering college for the first time. The term “first-year” addresses all students with no differentiation between gender, age, or working status.
Overview
When do I fill out the FAFSA?
When does my school have to receive the results from my application?
How and when do I get an FSA ID?
What Information do I need to complete a FAFSA accurately?
Who qualifies to be counted in the number in college?
How does a family decide who should be counted in the household size?
How do the schools I’m interested in get my FAFSA results?
I probably don’t qualify for aid. should I apply for aid anyway?
Tap (The New York State Tuition Assistance Program)
What is tap and am I eligible?
I received TAP last year, do I have to apply again?
How much TAP can I receive each semester?
I don’t think that I will be eligible for a TAP grant. why should I bother to complete the form?
What are the basic conditions an applicant must meet to be considered independent?
How do I apply to participate in the federal work study program?
Work Study
Can international students receive federal work study?
What are the eligibility requirements to participate in the federal work study program?
Military
If I am in the national guard or am an active duty military member, am I considered a veteran for purposes of filling out the FAFSA?
Where is the veterans affairs office located?
How do I register for classes?
When do I register for classes?
How do I know when courses are closed?
Can I register for classes if I have “hold(s)” on my account?
How do I check my academic progress?
If I note a discrepancy in degree works, who can I speak to?
College Level Examination Program/ Advanced Placement Credits
Where do I submit my AP and or CLEP exam scores?
What AP scores does York College accept?
Enrolling in classes off Campus
What can I do if a needed course is not being offered at York?
How do I apply for an e-Permit?
Can I apply for an e-Permit at any time?
Can I take a course at a Non-CUNY College?
How do I cancel an e-Permit that has already been approved?
Enrollment Verification
My employer/ job/scholarship is asking for a proof of enrollment, what should I do?
Do I need to pay a fee to receive my enrollment verification letter?
Can I print out my enrollment verification letter at home?
Where can I check the status of my e-Permit request on CUNYFirst?
Privacy
Is my academic record protected?
What can I do to prevent my directory information from being released?
If I am a parent of a college student, do I have the right to see my child's education records, especially if I pay the bill?
International Students
How do I stay in status?
Can I work off- campus?
Can I leave the US to go to my home country or travel abroad?
Do I qualify for lower tuition?