Expands eligibility for the New York state excelsior scholarship award to part-time students and those in vocational programs.

This bill expands eligibility for the New York state excelsior scholarship award to include applicants enrolled on a part-time basis or in a BOCES or other approved vocational program. It provides criteria for eligibility, including income limits and duration of awards. Full-time students can receive up to $5,500 or actual tuition, whichever is less, while part-time students can receive up to $2,750 or actual tuition, whichever is less.

Expands eligibility for the New York state excelsior scholarship award to part-time students and those in vocational programs.

This bill expands eligibility for the New York state excelsior scholarship award to include applicants enrolled on a part-time basis or in a BOCES or other approved vocational program. It provides criteria for eligibility, including income limits and duration of awards. Full-time students can receive up to $5,500 or actual tuition, whichever is less, while part-time students can receive up to $2,750 or actual tuition, whichever is less.