NYS Proposed Budget Cuts hits educational funding

Well, we know that New York State is in bad shape financially. For the billion dollars deficit that New York State is experiencing, it is estimated that the SUNY system will have to deal with $90,000,000 of anticipated cuts (or cost savings??!!) It is estimated the the New York State Tuition Assistance Program could take a hit as soon as Spring 2010, when TAP awards could be cut $120.00 with another $120.00 cut anticipated for 2010-2011. I wouldn't be surprised if there will be another mid year increase in SUNY tuitions. With tax revenues tanking and more people in New York, either unemployed or leaving the state, we are left to deal with the continuing theme of "doing more with less". Sadly it will be the students of New York State who get shortchanged by this mantra!!!

On a positive note, for those who are proactive, and applying to a school that requires the CSS Profile, the form is now available!!! Proposed changes in the FAFSA are in the works and are supposed to simplify the form, but time will tell...it will be financial aid application time for 2010-2011 before we know it!!!