Fall 2026 Textbook Information

Scarlet Hernandez

ASAP students who meet the requirements below qualify for textbook assistance to help cover the cost of textbooks and required course materials. The allocation for Fall 2026 is $250.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:

  1. ASAP Enrollment: You must be an active ASAP student at BMCC for Fall 2026.
  2. Class Registration: Register for Fall 2026 classes. For assistance with enrollment, contact your ASAP Academic Advisor.
  3. Financial Aid Applications:
    • Complete the FAFSA and TAP applications for the 2026-2027 academic year
    • If you’re unable to apply for FAFSA, complete the TAP application via the NYS DREAM Act or Alternate Eligibility Pathway
    • If you’re unable to apply for the above applications, email us at ASAPfinaid@bmcc.cuny.edu

HOW TO RECEIVE YOUR TEXTBOOK FUNDS:

You will receive your book funding by Direct Deposit or a Mailed Check. 

  • Direct Deposit:
    • Funds will be deposited into your bank account if you’ve set up Direct Deposit on CUNYfirst.
    • Click HERE for Direct Deposit setup instructions.
  • Mailed Check:
    • If you don’t have Direct Deposit, funds will be mailed to your address on file in CUNYfirst.
    • Click HERE to update your mailing address.

WHEN TO EXPECT YOUR TEXTBOOK FUNDS:

Continuing ASAP Student:

  • Direct Deposit: Estimated refund date: 8/28/2026
  • Mailed Check: Sent by 09/04/2026 (can take 7-10 business days for check arrival)

New ASAP Student:

  • Direct Deposit: Estimated refund date: 9/4/2026
  • Mailed Check: Sent by 09/11/2026 (can take 7-10 business days for check arrival)

Possible Reasons for Delayed Funds:

If you did not receive the funds according to the dates above, it may be due to one or more of the following reasons:
1. Late class registration
2. Late financial aid submission
3. No direct deposit set up
4. Incorrect mailing address
5. Late enrollment in ASAP

HOW TO MAXIMIZE YOUR ASAP TEXTBOOK FUNDING:

Receiving a financial aid refund can be a big help—but it goes fast if you don’t have a plan. See here for simple tips to save money and reduce textbook costs!

If you have any questions about ASAP Book funding, please email us at ASAPfinaid@bmcc.cuny.edu.

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