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Aid and payment
No student is ever turned away for financial reasons. Financial aid is need-based.
Odd numbers never cost more
Fees are per person and include the hotel (New York and Connecticut). Leftover rooms are billed at the shared rate. A student who is the only one of their gender from a school is paired with a student from another school at no extra cost.
Checks, cards and POs
Checks payable to "New York State YMCA Foundation" or "YMCA NYS," with the invoice number, mailed to YMCA Youth and Government, 465 New Karner Road, Albany, NY 12205. Credit card through the invoice link, about a 3% fee. POs accepted; an administrator's written confirmation holds the registration. W-9 on request.
Don't bring payment to conference
Please do not bring payment to the conference. Questions? Connect with us before your deadline.
| Where | Aid |
|---|---|
| New York | Need-based. Due Oct 28 (Middle School) and Feb 15 (High School). |
| Connecticut | $50 to $250 for students, due Feb 5, 2027. |
| Rhode Island | $250 per school, with a waiver available. |
| National | CONA aid up to $300; NJC aid up to $500; not combined. |