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UNDERGRADUATE APPLICATION<br />
AND INSTRUCTIONS<br />
For <strong>undergraduate</strong> admissions information, call<br />
1-800-342-3811, toll free, between 8:30 am <strong>and</strong><br />
4:30 pm EST, weekdays. Visit our website <strong>and</strong> apply<br />
online at www.suny.edu/student<br />
Contents<br />
General information<br />
for applicants<br />
A2 & A9-12<br />
Step-by-step guide<br />
to the <strong>application</strong><br />
A3 & A4<br />
Application<br />
A5 – A8<br />
The State University<br />
<strong>of</strong> New York<br />
Notes to Applicants<br />
Welcome to The State University <strong>of</strong><br />
New York. To simplify the process<br />
<strong>of</strong> applying for admission, 51 <strong>of</strong><br />
the State University’s 64 colleges<br />
(see page A8) use this <strong>application</strong>.<br />
You may apply to up to four<br />
colleges at once. Please mail the<br />
completed <strong>application</strong> <strong>and</strong> fee to<br />
the Application Processing Center<br />
(APC) at:<br />
Application Processing Center<br />
The State University <strong>of</strong> New York<br />
P. O. Box 22007<br />
Albany, NY 12201-2007<br />
Failure to include the <strong>application</strong><br />
fee may delay processing <strong>of</strong> your<br />
<strong>application</strong>.<br />
The APC will prepare one <strong>application</strong><br />
for each <strong>of</strong> the colleges to<br />
which you are applying <strong>and</strong> mail<br />
it to the college along with your<br />
transcript. Once your <strong>application</strong> is<br />
forwarded to the college, the APC<br />
will notify you that your <strong>application</strong><br />
has been processed. This letter is<br />
your receipt for any <strong>application</strong><br />
fees submitted.<br />
Individual colleges may require<br />
additional <strong>application</strong> materials,<br />
such as supplemental forms, letters<br />
<strong>of</strong> recommendation, <strong>and</strong> mid-year<br />
grades. These materials should be<br />
sent directly to the college<br />
requesting them.<br />
Transcripts<br />
If you are applying to the University<br />
as a first-time freshman, please<br />
send one transcript per college<br />
choice to the Application Processing<br />
Center along with your <strong>application</strong><br />
fee ($40 per college choice) <strong>and</strong><br />
completed <strong>application</strong>. If your<br />
transcripts are not available at the<br />
time you submit your <strong>application</strong>,<br />
please have your transcripts forwarded<br />
directly to each college<br />
choice to which you applied.<br />
If you are applying to the<br />
university as a transfer student,<br />
please note that academic transcripts<br />
are required for all colleges<br />
you attended or from which you<br />
received credit. Please send a<br />
copy <strong>of</strong> all transcripts directly to<br />
each college choice to which you<br />
a p p l i e d .<br />
If you are transferring from<br />
another <strong>SUNY</strong> school, please<br />
request a General Education<br />
Transcript Addendum be sent<br />
with your <strong>of</strong>ficial transcript.<br />
Notes for Freshman Applicants<br />
For admission purposes, you are<br />
a freshman if you have not taken<br />
college-level work since high<br />
school graduation. If you have<br />
taken college-level credits during<br />
high school you are also considered<br />
a freshman.<br />
Freshmen may also include<br />
students who have received the<br />
General Equivalency Diploma<br />
(GED) <strong>and</strong> adult learners entering<br />
higher education for the first time.<br />
While there is no formal<br />
<strong>application</strong> deadline for freshman<br />
applicants, we recommend you<br />
apply by December 1 to maximize<br />
your chances for financial aid <strong>and</strong><br />
campus housing. Please have your<br />
counselor complete the bottom<br />
section <strong>of</strong> the last page <strong>of</strong> the<br />
<strong>application</strong>.<br />
Notes for Transfer Applicants<br />
The State University <strong>of</strong> New York<br />
considers you a transfer student if<br />
you have taken at least three credits<br />
<strong>of</strong> college-level work since high<br />
school graduation. (College work<br />
taken before high school<br />
graduation does not apply.)<br />
Academic transcripts are<br />
required for all colleges you have<br />
attended. Please be sure to provide<br />
academic transcripts <strong>of</strong> all<br />
previous college work, even when<br />
not relevant to current studies.<br />
Failure to do so could jeopardize<br />
your <strong>application</strong>.<br />
If you have earned less<br />
than the equivalent <strong>of</strong> one<br />
full year <strong>of</strong> study (generally, 24-30<br />
credit hours), you should arrange<br />
for your former high school to send<br />
transcripts directly to the colleges<br />
to which you are applying.<br />
Notes for<br />
International Students<br />
If you are an international student,<br />
you may apply to the State University<br />
using this <strong>application</strong>. When<br />
doing so, be sure to supply us with<br />
the “Non-U.S. Citizen” information<br />
requested in questions 21-28 <strong>of</strong><br />
the <strong>application</strong>. Applicants requiring<br />
an F-1 visa must provide a permanent<br />
address outside the U.S. on<br />
question 5. Also, please be aware<br />
that you will subsequently receive<br />
requests for additional information<br />
directly from the campuses to<br />
which you apply.<br />
Financial Aid<br />
To apply for financial aid, you must<br />
first complete the Free Application<br />
for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)<br />
form as soon after January 1 as<br />
possible. The form is available<br />
from high school guidance <strong>of</strong>fices<br />
or campus financial aid <strong>of</strong>fices <strong>and</strong><br />
on the web at www.fafsa.ed.gov.<br />
Requests for financial aid do not<br />
affect admission decisions. See<br />
page A11 for more information.<br />
Notes for<br />
High School Counselors<br />
<strong>and</strong> College Advisors<br />
Please complete the academic<br />
information requested in the box<br />
at the bottom <strong>of</strong> the last page <strong>of</strong><br />
the <strong>application</strong>. Please enter only<br />
one rank <strong>and</strong> average <strong>and</strong> provide<br />
a transcript for each college choice.<br />
Three campuses (Binghamton,<br />
University at Buffalo, <strong>and</strong> ESF)<br />
require that SAT or ACT scores be<br />
sent directly by the testing agency.<br />
Supplemental materials<br />
requested by campuses, such as<br />
letters <strong>of</strong> recommendation <strong>and</strong><br />
mid-year grades, should be forwarded<br />
directly to the admissions<br />
<strong>of</strong>fice <strong>of</strong> the requesting campus.<br />
A2
STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE<br />
TO THE APPLICATION<br />
I n s t ructions for certain questions on the <strong>application</strong> are<br />
given below, with numbers corresponding to the number<br />
<strong>of</strong> the question on the <strong>application</strong>. Please read care f u l l y,<br />
follow all directions, <strong>and</strong> type or print all inform a t i o n<br />
except your signature .<br />
2<br />
Applicant Social Security Number<br />
Your Social Security Number is<br />
used to coordinate the collection<br />
<strong>of</strong> information for all your student<br />
records. Authority to collect the<br />
Social Security Number is granted<br />
under Section 355 <strong>of</strong> the New York<br />
Education Law. Your response,<br />
however, is voluntary. Please double<br />
check the number for accuracy.<br />
9a – 9c<br />
Residency<br />
These questions concern your<br />
residency for tuition purposes as<br />
well as eligibility for the Educational<br />
Opportunity Program (EOP).<br />
At the State-operated campuses<br />
(University Centers, University<br />
Colleges <strong>and</strong> Technology Colleges),<br />
students are generally considered<br />
New York State residents if they<br />
have established their domicile in<br />
New York State for at least twelve<br />
months prior to the last day <strong>of</strong> the<br />
registration period.<br />
Generally, individuals who have<br />
maintained their domicile in New<br />
York for a period <strong>of</strong> less than<br />
twelve months prior to the end <strong>of</strong><br />
registration are presumed to be<br />
out-<strong>of</strong>-state residents <strong>and</strong> are not<br />
eligible for the resident tuition rate.<br />
Individuals who are financially<br />
dependent <strong>and</strong> whose custodial<br />
parent(s) live in a State other than<br />
New York are generally not eligible<br />
for the resident tuition rate.<br />
Individuals do not meet the<br />
twelve-month residency requirement<br />
if domiciled in New York<br />
State for the sole purpose <strong>of</strong><br />
attending college.<br />
Generally, only U.S. citizens<br />
(question 7) <strong>and</strong> permanent<br />
residents are eligible for the<br />
New York State tuition rate<br />
(see page A11).<br />
Dependent students <strong>of</strong> divorced<br />
or legally separated parents may<br />
acquire a New York State domicile<br />
if the custodial parent is a New<br />
York State resident or if the student<br />
resides with a non-custodial parent<br />
who is a New York State resident<br />
<strong>and</strong> the student intends to continue<br />
to reside with that parent throughout<br />
their attendance at <strong>SUNY</strong>.<br />
Please direct your questions<br />
concerning state residency to the<br />
campus <strong>of</strong>fices <strong>of</strong> student accounts.<br />
10<br />
Name <strong>and</strong> Address<br />
<strong>of</strong> Parent or Guardian<br />
If your parents share custody <strong>and</strong><br />
you would like both parents to<br />
receive <strong>of</strong>ficial correspondence,<br />
you should list two names in the<br />
space provided. Please list the<br />
address <strong>of</strong> the second parent here.<br />
11<br />
Alumni in the<br />
Immediate Family<br />
Information gathered from this<br />
question does not affect admissions<br />
decisions.<br />
12<br />
Family Income Range<br />
Indicate the letter or number<br />
corresponding to your family’s<br />
gross income, as reported on the<br />
federal income tax form.<br />
If your parents are separated<br />
or divorced, you should report the<br />
income <strong>of</strong> the household in which<br />
you reside for most <strong>of</strong> the year.<br />
If your situation is described by<br />
the letters S, T, or W above, enter<br />
one <strong>of</strong> those codes rather than a<br />
letter or number indicating an<br />
income range.<br />
Please note: Your answers<br />
here will not impact financial aid<br />
decisions. However, if you wish<br />
to be considered as an EOP<br />
applicant, you must answer<br />
questions 9a, 9b, 12 <strong>and</strong> 13.<br />
A $0– 5,999 L 33,000– 35,999<br />
B 6,000 – 8,999 M 36,000– 38,999<br />
C 9,000 – 11,999 N 39,000– 44,999<br />
D 12,000– 14,999 Q 45,000 – 54,999<br />
E 15,000 – 17,999 R 55,000 – 64,999<br />
F 18,000– 20,999 Y 65,000– 74,999<br />
G 21,000– 23,999 Z 75,000 – 84,999<br />
H 24,000 – 26,999 2 85,000 – 94,999<br />
J 27,000– 29,999 3 95,000–104,999<br />
K 30,000 – 32,999 4 105,000 +<br />
S Your family receives payments from<br />
a NY county department <strong>of</strong> social<br />
s e r v i c e s (i.e., ADC, AFDC, or welfare).<br />
T You live with foster parents who do not<br />
provide money for college, nor do your<br />
natural parents provide support.<br />
W You are a ward <strong>of</strong> the state or a county.<br />
13<br />
Number <strong>of</strong> Dependents<br />
in Family<br />
Please include yourself <strong>and</strong> head<br />
<strong>of</strong> household in the total number<br />
<strong>of</strong> persons dependent for support<br />
upon your parents, your legal<br />
guardian, or you.<br />
15 – 16b<br />
Diversity/Disabilities<br />
Your responses to Questions 15,<br />
16a, <strong>and</strong> 16b on the attached<br />
<strong>application</strong> are strictly voluntary.<br />
In the event you choose to answer<br />
these questions, the State University<br />
<strong>of</strong> New York will keep your<br />
responses confidential <strong>and</strong> will not<br />
use the information provided in a<br />
discriminatory manner. The failure<br />
to respond to these questions will<br />
not subject you to any adverse<br />
treatment.<br />
The State University seeks to<br />
enroll students <strong>of</strong> diverse racial<br />
<strong>and</strong> ethnic heritage <strong>and</strong> students<br />
with disabilities.<br />
19a – 19b<br />
Felony/Dismissal Information<br />
A felony in New York State law is<br />
defined as a crime for which more<br />
than one year in prison may be<br />
imposed. The felony question<br />
applies if you have been convicted<br />
as an adult. If you have been<br />
adjudicated as having juvenile<br />
delinquent or youthful <strong>of</strong>fender<br />
status, you are required to respond<br />
to the felony question 19a by indicating<br />
a response <strong>of</strong> no.<br />
Suspension is defined as a<br />
sanction imposed for disciplinary<br />
reasons that results in a student<br />
leaving school for a fixed time<br />
period, less than permanently.<br />
Dismissal from a college for<br />
disciplinary reasons is defined as<br />
permanent separation from an<br />
institution <strong>of</strong> higher education on<br />
the basis <strong>of</strong> conduct or behavior.<br />
An affirmative response to either<br />
question will not automatically<br />
prevent admission, but you will be<br />
asked by your college choices to<br />
provide additional information.<br />
This information will be reviewed<br />
by a campus committee to ensure<br />
campus safety. Any falsification or<br />
omission <strong>of</strong> data may result in a<br />
denial <strong>of</strong> admission or dismissal.<br />
25<br />
Type <strong>of</strong> U.S. Visa<br />
F-1 Student<br />
H-4 Child <strong>of</strong> Distinguished<br />
Temporary Worker<br />
J-1 Exchange Visitor<br />
A-2 Foreign Government Official<br />
Other Please indicate two-digit<br />
code <strong>of</strong> visa you hold<br />
29<br />
High School CEEB Code<br />
The six-digit CEEB code for your<br />
high school will be available in your<br />
counselor’s <strong>of</strong>fice, through the<br />
College Board (collegeboard.com)<br />
or at s u n y . e d u / s t u d e n t / g u i d e b o o k /<br />
table.cfm.<br />
36 – 39<br />
Application Fee Waiver<br />
for Transfer Students<br />
The State University waives the $40<br />
<strong>application</strong> fee for up to four college<br />
choices for students graduating<br />
from State University <strong>and</strong> CUNY<br />
two-year colleges who apply directly<br />
to State University four-year colleges<br />
for baccalaureate programs.<br />
If you are a transfer student<br />
seeking the fee waiver, you must<br />
complete questions 36-50.<br />
(continued on page A4)<br />
A3
STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE<br />
TO THE APPLICATION<br />
For <strong>undergraduate</strong> admissions information, call<br />
1-800-342-3811, toll free, between 8:30 am <strong>and</strong><br />
4:30 pm EST, weekdays. Visit our website <strong>and</strong> apply<br />
online at www.suny.edu/student<br />
(continued from page A3)<br />
40<br />
College Codes for<br />
Transfer Students<br />
Please refer to the lists <strong>of</strong> college<br />
codes for New York State public<br />
colleges on pages A-8 <strong>and</strong> A-12.<br />
For private colleges in New York,<br />
enter “NY” in the two spaces provided.<br />
For out-<strong>of</strong>-state colleges,<br />
enter the respective state code.<br />
For Puerto Rico enter “PR.”<br />
For Canadian <strong>and</strong> other foreign<br />
colleges, enter “FR.”<br />
43 – 44<br />
Total Credits/GPA<br />
for Transfer Students<br />
For a college where you are<br />
currently enrolled, please enter all<br />
earned credits, both past <strong>and</strong> in<br />
progress, <strong>and</strong> enter your current<br />
GPA (grade point average).<br />
45<br />
College CEEB Codes<br />
College CEEB codes can be<br />
found through the College Board<br />
(collegeboard.com) or at su n y . e d u /<br />
student/guidebook/tables.cfm.<br />
46<br />
Additional College Information<br />
If you attended more than three<br />
colleges, for each, on a separate<br />
sheet <strong>of</strong> paper, please answer<br />
questions 40-45.<br />
51a – 51b<br />
Temporary Address<br />
If you are away at college or<br />
attending a secondary school away<br />
from home, <strong>and</strong> wish to receive<br />
mail there temporarily, you should<br />
provide the address <strong>and</strong> indicate<br />
the date mail should revert to your<br />
permanent address.<br />
53<br />
Student Support Services<br />
Enter the letters corresponding to<br />
campus services you would like, if<br />
available, at your college choices.<br />
A Improving mathematical skills<br />
B Improving reading skills<br />
C Improving writing skills<br />
D Developing good study<br />
techniques<br />
E Personal, career or<br />
educational counseling<br />
F Finding part-time jobs<br />
G Locating <strong>of</strong>f-campus housing<br />
54<br />
Educational Opportunity<br />
Program (EOP) – New York<br />
State residents only<br />
The EOP program is designed for<br />
students who need special academic<br />
<strong>and</strong> financial assistance.<br />
Please consult with your college<br />
advisor to determine if you qualify<br />
<strong>and</strong> to which campuses you should<br />
apply. You will be asked to complete<br />
additional <strong>application</strong> materials<br />
<strong>and</strong> financial aid forms by your<br />
college choices. Be sure to meet<br />
all deadlines. For a full program<br />
description <strong>and</strong> eligibility criteria,<br />
see page A10.<br />
55<br />
Early Decision Program<br />
The Early Decision Program is for<br />
fall freshmen <strong>and</strong> can be used for<br />
one college choice only. The <strong>application</strong><br />
includes a request for a<br />
parent <strong>and</strong> counselor signature in<br />
addition to the student’s signature<br />
indicating an underst<strong>and</strong>ing <strong>of</strong> the<br />
Early Decision commitment <strong>and</strong><br />
agreement to abide by its terms.<br />
Participants in the Early<br />
Decision Program are Brockport,<br />
Buffalo State College, University<br />
at Buffalo, College <strong>of</strong> Ceramics,<br />
Cortl<strong>and</strong>, Environmental Science<br />
& Forestry, Fredonia, Geneseo,<br />
Maritime, Old Westbury, Oneonta,<br />
Oswego, Plattsburgh, Potsdam,<br />
<strong>and</strong> Purchase (except for fine<br />
<strong>and</strong> applied arts programs), <strong>and</strong><br />
<strong>SUNY</strong>IT-Utica/Rome.<br />
Please note that you cannot<br />
apply for Early Decision <strong>and</strong> EOP<br />
at the same time.<br />
To apply for Early Decision,<br />
your <strong>application</strong> must arrive by<br />
November 1. The campus will notify<br />
you <strong>of</strong> its decision by December 15.<br />
If you are accepted Early Decision,<br />
you will be asked to make a tuition<br />
deposit by January 15 <strong>and</strong> withdraw<br />
your <strong>application</strong>s at all other<br />
campuses.<br />
Note: Early Action<br />
Early action is a non-binding early<br />
<strong>application</strong>/notification program<br />
for fall freshmen available only at<br />
PAGE A8 OF THE APPLICATION<br />
You may apply to as many as four<br />
State University college choices<br />
on this <strong>application</strong>. Use additional<br />
forms for additional choices.<br />
Please complete all information<br />
for each college choice. Make<br />
checks payable to “<strong>SUNY</strong> APC” at<br />
$40 per college choice (i.e., $80<br />
for two choices, $120 for three,<br />
$160 for four, etc). You may also<br />
pay by MasterCard or Visa.<br />
Campus Code<br />
Whenever possible, spell out the<br />
name <strong>of</strong> the college <strong>and</strong> avoid<br />
abbreviations. Please be sure to<br />
enter the right code for campuses<br />
which share similar names, such<br />
as Buffalo State College (Code<br />
33) <strong>and</strong> the University at Buffalo<br />
(Code 20); Alfred State College<br />
(Code 91) <strong>and</strong> the College <strong>of</strong><br />
Ceramics at Alfred University<br />
(Code 30); Genesee Community<br />
College (Code 81) <strong>and</strong> the College<br />
at Geneseo (Code 36).<br />
Curriculum Code<br />
Please refer to the curriculum<br />
index at the back <strong>of</strong> the A p p l i c a t i o n<br />
Viewbook <strong>and</strong> specify a curriculum<br />
code for each college choice. You<br />
Albany, Binghamton, Stony Brook,<br />
New Paltz <strong>and</strong> F.I.T. If you are<br />
accepted Early Action, you need<br />
not withdraw your <strong>application</strong>s at<br />
other institutions until May 1.<br />
To apply Early Action, your<br />
<strong>application</strong> should reach us by<br />
November 15. The campuses will<br />
notify you <strong>of</strong> their decisions by<br />
January 1. If accepted Early Action,<br />
you will have until May 1 to finalize<br />
your enrollment decision.<br />
Please indicate your desire to<br />
apply Early Action where indicated<br />
in the “Choosing Colleges” section<br />
on page A8.<br />
may also indicate that you do<br />
not wish to declare a major.<br />
Please note that the health science<br />
centers <strong>and</strong> most community<br />
colleges, including F.I.T.,<br />
require that you declare a major.<br />
Early Action<br />
Please check here if you wish<br />
to apply Early Action at Albany,<br />
Binghamton, Stony Brook, New<br />
Paltz or F.I.T. (see note above).<br />
Please note that you cannot<br />
apply for Early Action <strong>and</strong> EOP at<br />
the same time.<br />
Special Campus Project<br />
A campus may request that you<br />
use a local code in this space. If<br />
you have completed one or more<br />
tech prep courses, please insert<br />
“TPREP” in this space.<br />
Joint Admissions<br />
Joint admissions programs guarantee<br />
<strong>SUNY</strong> students graduating<br />
from two-year colleges admission<br />
to parallel programs in four-year<br />
colleges, subject to certain<br />
requirements. Please enter the<br />
code <strong>of</strong> the four-year college to<br />
which you intend to transfer.<br />
A4
CURRICULUM SELECTION<br />
An online <strong>SUNY</strong> CURRICULUM FINDER is<br />
available at www.suny.edu/student<br />
Choosing a Program<br />
For each college to which you<br />
apply, you may select a specific<br />
program <strong>of</strong> study or indicate that<br />
you do not wish to select one at<br />
this time. Please note that the<br />
Health Science Centers <strong>and</strong> most<br />
community colleges, including FIT,<br />
require that you declare a major.<br />
Some programs have limited<br />
space or require portfolio review,<br />
auditions, or special academic<br />
preparation. If you are interested<br />
in a program you think may fall<br />
into this category, please contact<br />
the campus directly.<br />
Using the<br />
Curriculum Index<br />
The Curriculum Index in the Application<br />
Viewbook lists programs <strong>of</strong><br />
study at <strong>SUNY</strong>’s colleges <strong>and</strong> universities.<br />
You may use the Index to<br />
choose a program <strong>of</strong> study at each<br />
college <strong>of</strong> your choice. Choose<br />
only one program for each college<br />
(except Purchase <strong>and</strong> HSC Stony<br />
Brook; see note on page 76). If<br />
you later want to change your program,<br />
contact the director <strong>of</strong><br />
admissions at that college.<br />
Special Program<br />
Considerations<br />
Jointly Registered Programs<br />
(Teacher Education)<br />
A number <strong>of</strong> State University<br />
community colleges have<br />
developed teacher education<br />
programs in conjunction with<br />
State University four-year colleges.<br />
Jointly registered programs are so<br />
noted in the Curriculum Index.<br />
Purchase College <strong>of</strong>fers jointly<br />
registered programs in Childhood,<br />
Early Childhood, Middle Childhood,<br />
<strong>and</strong> Adolescent Education with<br />
Manhattanville College.<br />
Cooperative Programs<br />
Many cooperative programs exist<br />
between State University colleges<br />
<strong>and</strong> other public <strong>and</strong> private colleges.<br />
In the Curriculum Index,<br />
cooperative programs are listed<br />
with the number <strong>of</strong> years <strong>of</strong> study<br />
at the first campus plus the number<br />
<strong>of</strong> years <strong>of</strong> study at the second<br />
campus (i.e., 1+1, 2+3, 3+3).<br />
For 1+1 programs, only the campus<br />
<strong>of</strong>fering the first year <strong>of</strong> study<br />
is identified; contact specific<br />
colleges for more information.<br />
Joint Admissions Program<br />
Freshmen may apply for Joint<br />
Admissions, a cooperative program<br />
between two-year <strong>and</strong> four-year<br />
<strong>SUNY</strong> colleges. The program<br />
guarantees junior-level admission<br />
in a parallel program at a fouryear<br />
college after completing an<br />
associate degree program at the<br />
two-year college. When applying<br />
for Joint Admissions, enter the<br />
college code <strong>of</strong> the four-year college<br />
where you plan to continue<br />
your studies, as indicated on<br />
page A8 <strong>of</strong> the <strong>application</strong>.<br />
Health Science Centers<br />
The Health Science Centers<br />
at Brooklyn, Stony Brook, <strong>and</strong><br />
Syracuse <strong>of</strong>fer upper-division<br />
programs. Admission is by program<br />
<strong>and</strong> is generally limited to those<br />
who have completed specific<br />
requirements. Supplemental<br />
<strong>application</strong> forms are required.<br />
Contact admissions <strong>of</strong>fices directly<br />
for details.<br />
ESF Guaranteed<br />
Transfer Program<br />
High school students may apply for<br />
admission through the Environmental<br />
Science & Forestry Guaranteed<br />
Transfer Admission Program.<br />
Students accepted into this program<br />
will enroll at any college <strong>of</strong><br />
their choice <strong>and</strong> complete prerequisite<br />
courses. See the entries<br />
for Pre-Environmental Science <strong>and</strong><br />
Forestry (0202) on pages 79 <strong>and</strong><br />
89 <strong>of</strong> the Curriculum Index for a<br />
list <strong>of</strong> transfer colleges. Transfer<br />
colleges are listed under Forest<br />
Technology with ESF 1+1 (0620)<br />
on page 91 <strong>of</strong> the Curriculum<br />
Index. Students may also obtain the<br />
AAS degree in Forest Technology<br />
through a unique 1+1 program<br />
at the NYS Ranger School at<br />
Wanakena. The Office <strong>of</strong> Admissions<br />
at ESF can supply details.<br />
Occupational Therapy<br />
The Health Science Center at<br />
Stony Brook <strong>of</strong>fers Occupational<br />
Therapy as an entry-level master’s<br />
degree program. The multi-award<br />
B.S./M.S. degree program is available<br />
to upper division transfers<br />
with a minimum <strong>of</strong> 57 credits.<br />
Pharmacy<br />
Pharmacy at the University at<br />
Buffalo is a six-year PharmD<br />
program. Freshmen, transfers,<br />
baccalaureate, <strong>and</strong> advanced<br />
degree holders may all apply using<br />
this <strong>application</strong>. Applicants who<br />
hold a B.S. in Pharmacy should<br />
call the School <strong>of</strong> Pharmacy at<br />
716-645-2825.<br />
Physician Assistant<br />
The Health Science Center at<br />
Stony Brook <strong>of</strong>fers a Physician<br />
Assistant bachelor’s degree program.<br />
You cannot apply to this<br />
program using the enclosed <strong>application</strong>.<br />
Please apply directly at<br />
www.uhmc.sunysb.edu/shtm.<br />
Physical Therapy<br />
Physical Therapy is <strong>of</strong>fered as<br />
master’s <strong>and</strong> doctoral level programs.<br />
The Health Science Center<br />
at Stony Brook <strong>of</strong>fers an entrylevel<br />
Doctor <strong>of</strong> Physical Therapy<br />
(D.P.T.) program for applicants<br />
with a baccalaureate degree. For<br />
information call 631-444-3250.<br />
The Health Science Center at<br />
Brooklyn <strong>of</strong>fers a joint B.S./M.S.<br />
degree program to upper division<br />
transfer students. The Health<br />
Science Center at Syracuse <strong>of</strong>fers<br />
a joint BS/MPT degree program for<br />
upper division transfer students.<br />
While a specific <strong>undergraduate</strong><br />
major is not required, a lengthy list<br />
<strong>of</strong> prerequisite courses is required.<br />
Please select curriculum code<br />
0294 to apply.<br />
The University at Buffalo<br />
recommends Exercise Science<br />
(Code 1226) as the <strong>undergraduate</strong><br />
major <strong>and</strong> asks interested students<br />
to apply to the six-year pr<strong>of</strong>essional<br />
doctor <strong>of</strong> physical therapy (D.P.T.)<br />
program in their junior year (for<br />
more information, call 716-829-<br />
2941, ext. 408).<br />
State University<br />
Transfer Guarantee<br />
An opportunity to continue fulltime<br />
study at a four-year State<br />
University college is guaranteed<br />
to all NY residents who transfer<br />
directly from a <strong>SUNY</strong> or CUNY twoyear<br />
college with an AA or an AS<br />
degree. To be eligible, you must:<br />
• File your <strong>application</strong> with the<br />
Application Processing Center<br />
by March 1 for fall admission,<br />
<strong>and</strong> by Oct. 1 for spring<br />
admission.<br />
• Provide four-year campuses<br />
with an <strong>of</strong>ficial two-year college<br />
transcript, showing three<br />
semesters <strong>of</strong> completed studies,<br />
by March 15 for fall admission,<br />
<strong>and</strong> by Oct. 15 for spring<br />
admission.<br />
• Complete all required supplemental<br />
<strong>application</strong> materials by<br />
April 15 for fall admission, <strong>and</strong><br />
by Nov. 15 for spring admission.<br />
The transfer guarantee becomes<br />
effective if you are denied admission<br />
at all <strong>of</strong> your four-year college<br />
choices. Remember, all <strong>application</strong>s<br />
on file at baccalaureate campuses<br />
must be complete.<br />
A9
EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITY<br />
PROGRAM (EOP)<br />
Note: You cannot apply for both the EOP <strong>and</strong><br />
Early Decision/Early Action programs.<br />
The State University <strong>of</strong> New York’s<br />
Educational Opportunity Program<br />
(EOP) provides academic support<br />
<strong>and</strong> financial aid to students who<br />
show promise for mastering collegelevel<br />
work, but who may otherwise<br />
not be admitted. Offered primarily<br />
to full-time students who are New<br />
York State residents, EOP accepts<br />
students who qualify, academically<br />
<strong>and</strong> financially, for the program.<br />
Note: You cannot apply for both<br />
the EOP <strong>and</strong> Early Decision/Early<br />
Action programs.<br />
Eligibility<br />
To be eligible for admission to EOP<br />
you must be:<br />
• A New York State resident for<br />
12 months prior to enrollment;<br />
• Ineligible for admission under<br />
traditional st<strong>and</strong>ards, but<br />
demonstrate potential for completing<br />
a college program; <strong>and</strong><br />
• In need <strong>of</strong> financial assistance<br />
within established income<br />
guidelines.<br />
In selecting students for the program,<br />
priority is given to applicants<br />
from historically disadvantaged<br />
backgrounds. If in the year prior<br />
to enrollment your family income<br />
falls within EOP guidelines due<br />
to unemployment, separation,<br />
divorce or death <strong>of</strong> a parent, etc.,<br />
you may still not qualify for EOP<br />
if you are not from an historically<br />
disadvantaged background.<br />
Required Records<br />
As part <strong>of</strong> the EOP admission<br />
process, your high school record<br />
<strong>and</strong> test scores (if needed) will be<br />
reviewed, as well as information<br />
about clubs, hobbies, jobs <strong>and</strong> any<br />
other experiences which made an<br />
impact on your education. This<br />
information will help college counselors<br />
evaluate your potential for<br />
success in a college program.<br />
Support Services<br />
When you enroll as an EOP s t u d e n t ,<br />
you receive special tutoring <strong>and</strong><br />
academic, career, <strong>and</strong> personal<br />
counseling. In addition, you<br />
receive financial aid to help with<br />
the cost <strong>of</strong> room, board, tuition,<br />
books <strong>and</strong> personal expenses.<br />
Fee Waiver<br />
The $40 <strong>application</strong> fee is waived<br />
for those eligible for admission to<br />
EOP. If you think you are eligible,<br />
check yes on Question 54. If you<br />
are found to be ineligible, you<br />
will be billed for the fee. Note:<br />
Applicants who are deemed ineligible<br />
for EOP may still qualify for<br />
admission <strong>and</strong> for financial aid<br />
as traditional c<strong>and</strong>idates.<br />
Contact the admissions or EOP<br />
<strong>of</strong>fice at your college choice before<br />
you apply. Note: The following<br />
campuses do not <strong>of</strong>fer EOP<br />
programs: Adirondack, Cayuga<br />
County, Clinton, Columbia-Greene,<br />
Herkimer County, Jefferson,<br />
Mohawk Valley, Nassau, Niagara<br />
County, Sullivan County <strong>and</strong><br />
Tompkins Cortl<strong>and</strong> Community<br />
Colleges.<br />
Transfers<br />
You are eligible for EOP as a<br />
transfer student provided you<br />
have been enrolled in EOP,<br />
College Discovery, HEOP (Higher<br />
Education Opportunity Program),<br />
SEEK (Search for Education,<br />
Elevation <strong>and</strong> Knowledge) or a<br />
similar program at your previous<br />
college. If your previous college<br />
did not have EOP or a similar<br />
program, you may be considered<br />
for transfer eligibility <strong>and</strong> should<br />
notify the college to which you<br />
are transferring.<br />
Income Guidelines<br />
The table below lists financial<br />
eligibility requirements for EOP<br />
admission during the 2003-2004<br />
academic year. To be economically<br />
disadvantaged, a student must<br />
belong to a household that is<br />
defined in Category A, B, C, or D<br />
or the exceptions noted.<br />
Household Categories<br />
A<br />
Supported by one individual who is<br />
part <strong>of</strong> a couple (i.e. parents <strong>of</strong><br />
student(s) or student <strong>and</strong> spouse)<br />
or by one or more individuals<br />
whose income is from Social<br />
Security or sources other than<br />
employment <strong>and</strong> which does not<br />
exceed the applicable amount<br />
under “Category A” below.<br />
B<br />
Supported by more than one<br />
worker whose income does not<br />
exceed the applicable amount<br />
under “Categories B <strong>and</strong> C” below.<br />
C<br />
Supported by either one worker<br />
(yourself) or a single parent worker<br />
whose total annual income does<br />
not exceed the applicable amount<br />
under “Categories B <strong>and</strong> C” below.<br />
EOP FINANCIAL ELIGIBILITY<br />
Household Size<br />
(including head<br />
<strong>of</strong> household)<br />
Total Annual Income<br />
In Previous Calendar Year*<br />
D<br />
Supported by one worker with two<br />
or more jobs in a two parent or<br />
student <strong>and</strong> spouse household<br />
whose total annual income does<br />
not exceed the applicable amount<br />
under “Category D” below.<br />
The income guidelines do not<br />
apply if:<br />
• You or your family receives payment<br />
from Temporary Assistance<br />
to Needy Families, Home Relief,<br />
Safety Net or Family Day Care<br />
through a New York State or<br />
County Department <strong>of</strong> Social<br />
Services, Office <strong>of</strong> Temporary<br />
<strong>and</strong> Disability Assistance, or<br />
Office <strong>of</strong> Children <strong>and</strong> Family<br />
Assistance;<br />
• You live with foster parents who<br />
do not provide support for college,<br />
<strong>and</strong> your natural parents<br />
provide no such support;<br />
• You are a ward <strong>of</strong> the state or<br />
county.<br />
Categories A Categories B & C Category D<br />
1 $13,290 NA NA<br />
2 18,400 $23,200 $20,200<br />
3 21,100 25,900 22,900<br />
4 26,200 31,000 28,000<br />
5 31,000 35,800 32,800<br />
6 36,350 41,150 38,150<br />
7 40,450** 45,250** 42,250**<br />
* Subject to approval by the New York State Board <strong>of</strong> Regents<br />
** Plus $4,100 for each additional family member<br />
A10
COSTS AND FINANCIAL AID<br />
You can obtain general financial aid information, <strong>and</strong><br />
information about your own financial aid <strong>application</strong><br />
by calling Federal Financial Aid Application Status at<br />
1-800-433-3243 or New York State TAP <strong>and</strong> Loan<br />
Application Status at 1-888-697-4372.<br />
How Financial Aid Works<br />
Financial aid is available at all<br />
State University campuses to<br />
assist students who are unable<br />
to pay college costs.<br />
Eligibility for financial aid is<br />
based on the amount which you<br />
<strong>and</strong> your family are expected to<br />
contribute toward your college<br />
expenses. This amount is determined<br />
by analyzing your family’s<br />
financial circumstance, including<br />
such factors as income, assets,<br />
<strong>and</strong> number <strong>of</strong> dependents in<br />
college. Each State University college<br />
uses the federal calculation<br />
to determine your financial need<br />
<strong>and</strong> eligibility for assistance.<br />
State University campuses<br />
participate in a variety <strong>of</strong> state,<br />
federal, <strong>and</strong> private financial aid<br />
programs. Assistance is available<br />
for full-time <strong>and</strong> part-time students<br />
based on financial need <strong>and</strong> availability<br />
<strong>of</strong> funds. If eligible, you may<br />
be <strong>of</strong>fered aid for tuition <strong>and</strong> other<br />
college expenses from programs<br />
such as education loans, Federal<br />
Pell Grants, New York State Tuition<br />
Assistance Program (TAP), institutional<br />
grants <strong>and</strong> scholarships, <strong>and</strong><br />
others. Read this information on<br />
how to apply. You or your family<br />
may also qualify for certain tax<br />
benefits associated with college<br />
costs. You may wish to get<br />
pr<strong>of</strong>essional tax advice.<br />
Tuition, Fees <strong>and</strong> Other Costs<br />
Costs vary depending on the<br />
college, its location, full-time or<br />
part-time enrollment, program <strong>of</strong><br />
study, housing accommodations,<br />
personal expenses, <strong>and</strong> other<br />
individual factors.<br />
State University colleges have<br />
higher tuition rates for students<br />
who are not New York State residents<br />
(see chart below). Contact<br />
the Office for Student Accounts at<br />
your college choices for details<br />
about residency requirements.<br />
Technology colleges charge a<br />
reduced non-resident tuition rate<br />
<strong>of</strong> $5,000 per year for the associate<br />
degree <strong>and</strong> the st<strong>and</strong>ard nonresident<br />
rate <strong>of</strong> $8,300 for the<br />
bachelor degree.<br />
Community college tuition<br />
ranges from $2,200-$2,600.<br />
The sample budgets below can<br />
be used to estimate costs for<br />
the 2003-2004 academic year.<br />
Students who enroll in a community<br />
college not in their home county,<br />
must provide the college with a<br />
certificate <strong>of</strong> county residency to<br />
benefit from the lower, in-district<br />
tuition rate.<br />
For students taking fewer than<br />
12 semester hours (part-time<br />
study), New York State resident<br />
tuition is $137 per credit hour for<br />
baccalaureate degree programs<br />
<strong>and</strong> $128 per credit hour for<br />
associate degree programs.<br />
Most State University campuses<br />
have time-payment plans to<br />
enable you to pay in monthly<br />
installments. Campus business<br />
<strong>of</strong>fices can provide you with information<br />
on payment options.<br />
How New Students<br />
Apply for Financial Aid<br />
1. Read each college’s catalog<br />
<strong>and</strong> financial aid literature <strong>and</strong><br />
contact the college financial aid<br />
<strong>of</strong>fice if you have specific questions.<br />
This is the best source <strong>of</strong><br />
financial aid information.<br />
2. Apply for financial aid:<br />
• Check with the college to see<br />
which forms to use. All students<br />
must complete the Free Application<br />
for Federal Student Aid<br />
(FAFSA).<br />
• If you have Internet access, you<br />
can file the FAFSA online at<br />
www.fafsa.ed.gov. FAFSA applicants<br />
who are New York State<br />
residents <strong>and</strong> who plan to attend<br />
a college in New York will automatically<br />
be sent an Express<br />
TAP <strong>application</strong>.<br />
• Complete the FAFSA after January<br />
1, 2003, even if you have not<br />
yet filed your 2002 tax returns.<br />
Use estimates if necessary.<br />
• If you are unable to file on the<br />
web, you can obtain the FAFSA<br />
<strong>application</strong> from your high school<br />
guidance <strong>of</strong>fice. Be sure to meet<br />
all deadlines.<br />
3. Investigate other sources <strong>of</strong> aid.<br />
Several free scholarship search<br />
services are available on the<br />
Internet.<br />
4. Keep a file <strong>of</strong> records <strong>and</strong><br />
copies <strong>of</strong> <strong>application</strong>s.<br />
How Transfer Students<br />
Apply for Financial Aid<br />
1. If you did not submit a FAFSA<br />
for the current academic year,<br />
you should follow the <strong>application</strong><br />
<strong>instructions</strong> for new students.<br />
2. If you did apply for financial aid<br />
this year, you will automatically<br />
receive a Renewal FAFSA<br />
from the U.S. Department <strong>of</strong><br />
Education for next year.<br />
3. You can complete the<br />
Renewal FAFSA on the web at<br />
www.fafsa.ed.gov. (You will<br />
need the “pin” number that<br />
was sent to you with the results<br />
<strong>of</strong> your <strong>application</strong>.) Or you can<br />
complete the paper Renewal<br />
FAFSA.<br />
4. To apply for financial aid at the<br />
college you are transferring to,<br />
use the college code for the<br />
new campus on the Renewal<br />
FAFSA. You can get the code<br />
from the college, or by calling<br />
1-800-4-FEDAID, or on the web<br />
at www.fafsa.ed.gov.<br />
TYPICAL EXPENSES FOR UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS AT A <strong>SUNY</strong> COLLEGE – (NINE-MONTH ACADEMIC YEAR)*<br />
NEW YORK STATE RESIDENTS<br />
State-Operated Campuses State-Operated Campuses Community Colleges Non-resident<br />
Baccalaureate Degree Programs Associate Degree Programs Associate Baccalaureate<br />
Living on Campus Commuter Living on Campus Commuter Degree Programs 2 Degree Program 1<br />
Tuition $3,400 $3,400 $3,200 1 $3,200 1 $2,510 2 $8,300<br />
College Fee 25 25 25 25 0 25<br />
Student Fees 3 800 800 730 730 230 800<br />
Room & Board 6,840 2,740 6,520 2,300 2,150 6,380<br />
Books & Supplies 810 810 740 740 810 810<br />
Personal Expenses 1,160 1,170 810 810 750 1,160<br />
Transportation 590 980 510 1,170 890 590<br />
TOTAL COST $13,625 $9,925 $12,535 $8,975 $7,340 $18,065<br />
*2002-2003 cost <strong>of</strong> attendance estimates. Actual costs will vary. Call individual <strong>SUNY</strong> colleges for further information.<br />
1<br />
There may be scholarship programs at Technology Colleges that significantly reduce tuition.<br />
2<br />
Community colleges generally double their in-state tuition for non-residents.<br />
3<br />
Fees at State-operated campuses range from $350 to $1,390.<br />
A11
UNDERGRADUATE APPLICATION<br />
AND GENERAL INFORMATION<br />
An online <strong>undergraduate</strong> <strong>application</strong> is<br />
available at www.suny.edu/student<br />
Application Fee<br />
The non-refundable <strong>application</strong> fee<br />
is $40 for each college choice.<br />
Please make checks payable to<br />
“<strong>SUNY</strong> APC.”<br />
International applicants must<br />
pay in U.S. dollars drawn on a U.S.<br />
bank. If you apply to more than<br />
four campuses using additional<br />
<strong>application</strong> forms, you may pay<br />
with one check.<br />
To pay by MasterCard or Visa,<br />
please complete the credit card<br />
information on the <strong>application</strong>.<br />
Applicants to the College <strong>of</strong><br />
Arts at Purchase College <strong>and</strong> to<br />
the Health Science Center at<br />
Stony Brook may apply to more<br />
than one program <strong>of</strong> study but<br />
must pay a separate $40 fee for<br />
each curriculum choice.<br />
Both freshman <strong>and</strong> transfer<br />
applicants to the Educational<br />
Opportunity Program (EOP) may<br />
waive the fee. If you are ineligible,<br />
or if your college choice does not<br />
<strong>of</strong>fer EOP, you will be billed for<br />
the fee.<br />
The <strong>application</strong> fee is for<br />
processing services; it is nonrefundable<br />
<strong>and</strong> independent <strong>of</strong> an<br />
admission decision or a decision<br />
to withdraw or decline an <strong>of</strong>fer <strong>of</strong><br />
acceptance. When you submit an<br />
<strong>application</strong>, you assume responsibility<br />
for prompt payment <strong>of</strong> all<br />
fees due.<br />
Returned checks will be<br />
subject to an additional processing<br />
fee <strong>of</strong> $15.<br />
All appeals for refunds must<br />
be put in writing to the Director<br />
<strong>of</strong> the Application Processing<br />
Center.<br />
<strong>SUNY</strong> Application Status<br />
Checking System<br />
To check the status <strong>of</strong> your <strong>application</strong><br />
online, visit www.suny.edu/<br />
student/apply/apcstatus.cfm <strong>and</strong><br />
key in your social security number<br />
<strong>and</strong> date <strong>of</strong> birth. The system will<br />
verify that your <strong>application</strong> was<br />
received at APC <strong>and</strong> confirm your<br />
campus <strong>and</strong> program choice(s).<br />
You will also be provided with<br />
specific contact information should<br />
you have questions or need additional<br />
details. Please note that this<br />
system does not provide admission<br />
decisions. For this information<br />
contact the campus admissions<br />
<strong>of</strong>fice directly.<br />
Admission Decisions<br />
Admission decisions are made at<br />
the college, based on individual<br />
evaluations <strong>of</strong> your academic<br />
record. Each college makes an<br />
independent decision <strong>and</strong> is not<br />
informed <strong>of</strong> your other choices or<br />
the order in which you listed them<br />
on your <strong>application</strong>. The APC does<br />
not make admission decisions.<br />
Supplemental Applications<br />
Many campuses are interested in<br />
recommendations or other supporting<br />
credentials. In particular,<br />
most <strong>of</strong> the four-year colleges <strong>and</strong><br />
universities require completion <strong>of</strong> a<br />
supplemental <strong>application</strong> which<br />
they provide. These may be sent<br />
directly to the appropriate campus<br />
or to the APC.<br />
Tuition Deposit<br />
Tuition deposits must be postmarked<br />
by May 1. You should<br />
make a tuition deposit at only one<br />
<strong>SUNY</strong> college. This deposit is<br />
required by May 1 for the summer<br />
or fall terms, by November 1 for<br />
winter or spring terms, or 30 days<br />
after acceptance, whichever is<br />
later. In most cases, deposits are<br />
refundable until May 1. For information,<br />
call your college choices<br />
directly.<br />
ADDITIONAL COLLEGE CODES (for transfer questions 38 <strong>and</strong> 40)<br />
You must apply directly to the following<br />
State University colleges.<br />
Code<br />
State University colleges<br />
54 Corning Community College<br />
49 Empire State College<br />
71 Monroe Community College<br />
61 Nassau Community College<br />
87 North Country Community College<br />
63 Orange County Community College<br />
65 Rockl<strong>and</strong> Community College<br />
67 Suffolk County Community College<br />
70 Westchester Community College<br />
Admission to a campus <strong>of</strong> The State University<br />
<strong>of</strong> New York is based on the qualifications<br />
<strong>of</strong> the applicant without regard to age, sex,<br />
marital status, race, color, creed, religion,<br />
national origin or disability.<br />
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City University colleges<br />
22 Bernard M. Baruch College<br />
76 Borough <strong>of</strong> Manhattan Community College<br />
52 Bronx Community College<br />
21 Brooklyn College<br />
23 City College <strong>of</strong> New York<br />
89 Fiorello H. LaGuardia Community College<br />
24 Herbert H. Lehman College<br />
88 Hostos Community College<br />
25 Hunter College<br />
26 John Jay College<br />
78 Kingsborough Community College<br />
16 Medgar Evers College<br />
62 New York City Technical College<br />
27 Queens College<br />
64 Queensborough Community College<br />
28 Staten Isl<strong>and</strong>, College <strong>of</strong><br />
29 York College<br />
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