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.
The decision to admit students for regular admissions and admission into the Honors College, etc. is the same, regardless of status.
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.
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.
A student only needs to reveal their status so we could determine tuition charges (in-state residency or not).
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.
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.
For admissions questions, you could contact anyone in our office. The requirements for regular admission are the same, regardless of a student's status.