Suny College Old Westbury

Long Island, NY

https://oldwestbury.edu

Admissions Information

  • Are undocumented students considered international or domestic?: Undocumented students who have been living in New York, attended a New York high school for two years, graduated and applied to SUNY Old Westbury within five years of graduation from that New York State high school could be eligible for in-state tuition. They would be given a residency form, and the Residency Committee, would determine their in-state tuition eligibility.
  • Are you need-blind for undocumented students?: The decision to admit students for regular admissions and admission into the Honors College, etc. is the same, regardless of status.
  • Are there any restrictions on merit aid for undocumented students at your school?: There are no restrictions when a student is awarded study abroad scholarships, residence hall scholarships, etc. Although we do not offer many merit- based scholarships, one"s status does not factor into the decision.
  • Does your school provide merit aid specially for undocumented students?: Scholarship awards vary from year to year. Specific scholarships have certain criteria and are sent, usually through email, to all students. If the student feels they are eligible, they should apply.
  • How would their status affect their application?: Status does not affect a student"s application, unless they are applying to programs that are for New York State residents and permanent residents of U.S. citizens.
  • Is there a special contact point for undocumented students?: For admissions questions, you could contact anyone in our office. The requirements for regular admission are the same, regardless of a student"s status.
  • What other piece of advice would you give an undocumented student hoping for admission at your school?: Our advice would be the same for all students wishing to gain admission to SUNY Old Westbury. Take the most challenging courses you could handle and do well in them. Your letters of recommendation should come from people who know you well. Your personal statement should give us insight into why you"d like to come to SUNY Old Westbury.
  • Other admissions information: A student only needs to reveal their status so we could determine tuition charges (in-state residency or not).

Financial Aid & Scholarships

  • Other financial aid information: For answers to questions about financial aid, the following could assist you: www.fafsa.ed.gov www.hesc.ny.gov www.financialaid@oldwestbury.edu

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