The New York State Higher Education Services Corporation (HESC), created in 1974, is a government agency dedicated to ensuring that New York State residents have access to higher education. HESC's primary mission is to administer the state's various student financial aid programs, most notably the Tuition Assistance Program (TAP), which is one of the nation's largest state-funded grant programs. In addition to grants and scholarships, the agency provides guidance and resources to students and families on the financial aid process, helping them navigate options to fund their college education.

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