HESC Upcoming and On-Demand Virtual Events

“The Path” is a series of virtual live and on-demand events, hosted by NYS HESC, and designed to help New York’s students on their path toward a higher education. Students and their families can get advice about accessing and financing a college education from higher education experts by attending these events from the comfort of their homes.

Browse our upcoming events to join a discussion with HESC.  Can’t make our virtual live event?  Visit our on-demand events library to view archived events at your leisure. 

Please note that pre-registration for our live events is required. 

Topic Description Event Date Event Time To Do Before the Event Registration
Link 		On Demand Event
Creating Your FSA ID Your FSA ID is the first step to getting federal student aid.  Join us for this 15-minute presentation where we will walk you through the quick and easy process to obtain your FSA ID. Monday,
April 12		 6pm   Pre-registration is required Video
Creating Your FSA ID Your FSA ID is the first step to getting federal student aid.  Join us for this 15-minute presentation where we will walk you through the quick and easy process to obtain your FSA ID. Thursday,
April 15		 1pm   Pre-registration is required Video
Creating Your FSA ID Your FSA ID is the first step to getting federal student aid.  Join us for this 15-minute presentation where we will walk you through the quick and easy process to obtain your FSA ID. Monday,
April 19		 7pm   Pre-registration is required Video
Online FAFSA and TAP Completion Workshop

Get one-on-one support from financial aid professionals who will answer your questions and help you complete your FAFSA and NYS application for the tuition assistance program (TAP).
All New York State students planning to attend college in the fall, and their parents, may participate.

Sponsored by HESC in partnership with the NYS Financial Aid Administrators Association (NYSFAAA).		 Tuesday,
April 20		 3pm Pre-registration is required.Coming soon!  
FSA Bootcamp: Finding The Right Fit Using College Scorecard

This session will share how to navigate your way through college scorecard to learn about which school you may want to attend.

 Tuesday,
April 20		 1:00 -2:00 PM   Register in advance for this webinar  
FSA Bootcamp: Tools for Student Financial Empowerment

An overview of financial aid tools and resources and how to use them to empower students to make informed decisions about their journey after high school, regardless of where that journey leads.

 Tuesday,
April 20

4:00 -5:00 PM

   Register in advance for this webinar  
FSA Bootcamp: A Step-By-Step Guide Through Your Federal Financial Aid Process

Learn how to understand the entire federal financial aid process; how to navigate challenges and provide federal tools and resources to stay on track.

 Tuesday,
April 20		 6:00 -7:00 PM   Register in advance for this webinar  
FSA Bootcamp: What's Next After Receiving Your Award Letter

Learn how to understand the award letter process and funding options that help you and your family determine the right college fit.

 Wednesday,
April 21		 11:30 AM-12:30 PM   Register in advance for this webinar  
FSA Bootcamp: A Step-By-Step Guide Through Your Federal Financial Aid Process

This session will prepare you to understand the entire federal financial aid process; how to navigate challenges and provide federal tools and resources to stay on track.

 Wednesday,
April 21		 2:00 -3:00 PM   Register in advance for this webinar  

FSA Bootcamp: What's Next After Receiving Your Award Letter

Learn how to understand the entire federal financial aid process; how to navigate challenges and provide federal tools and resources to stay on track.

Wednesday,
April 21

 6:00 -7:00 PM   Register in advance for this webinar