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Help with course costs

Find out what a course costs, what help may be available and who decides.

Who is paying?

You're paying

Every course shows an estimated cost. 79 cost less than $250.

Your employer is paying

Ask whether you need approval and whether you pay first.

You're paying for a group

A campus can help you plan training for several people.

You're paying for someone under 18

70 courses accept learners under 18. Ask the campus about consent.

Help that may lower the cost

Financial aid

Some programs qualify for New York's Tuition Assistance Program (TAP). The campus decides.

Job training funds

Federal job training funds (called WIOA) may pay for your course. A New York Career Center decides.

Scholarships and grants

Each program sets its own rules. The campus can tell you who qualifies.

Have a question?

Not sure who pays or what a course will cost? Ask before you pay.

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