Need New York State help - TAP

thumper1
Sun, 16 Jun 2013 10:33:32 +0000

If the student qualifies for a Pell grant, the money can be used for any college costs. The school will first use the Pell for billable costs (things the school bills for directly). If there is additional money, the student can request a refund after a certain time (school dependent).

So…yes…Pell money can be used for things other than tuition. The only thing is, the student might not have this money at the start of the term if it will come via a refund from the bursar’s office.

Caveat…most schools will not award need based money in excess of the cost of attendance.