Fair Fares NYC is a City program that helps New Yorkers with low incomes reduce their transportation costs. It may be useful for some students as they study at Columbia. Visit the NYC.gov website to learn more and determine your eligibility.
By using the Fair Fares NYC discount, New York City residents get a 50% discount on subway and eligible bus fares (including the Staten Island Railway, Roosevelt Island Tram, and Hudson Rail Link).
Fair Fares also gives 50% off Access-A-Ride trips. This discount is given automatically when the Fair Fares and Access-A-Ride accounts are linked.
Proof of NYC Residency for those Living at Columbia
- Columbia students residing in undergraduate housing who need proof of NYC residency for their Fair Fares application can obtain a letter from Columbia Housing.
- All students residing in CUIMC housing are able to obtain a verification of residence letter through the housing portal. It is available under “Agreements & Paperwork.”
- Those living in Columbia Residential housing who need proof of NYC residency for their Fair Fares application can obtain a letter from Columbia Residential.
