There are three different types of “opportunity” programs in New York State:
1. Higher Education Opportunity Program (HEOP): found at private colleges (examples: Siena, Union, NYU, Columbia, Syracuse, Skidmore, St. Lawrence, and Fordham). There are approximately 60 private colleges in New York State that have HEOP.
2. Educational Opportunity Program (EOP): found at public colleges (State University of New York system (SUNY) and various local community colleges).
3. SEEK (Search for Education, Elevation and Knowledge Program, some colleges may also have a College Discovery program): these are programs found within the City University of New York system colleges (CUNY).
PURPOSE: Opportunity programs are co-sponsored by the State Education Department and colleges and universities across New York State. These programs provide access to college for students who may otherwise not pursue a college education due to academic and/or financial challenges. These programs provide academic support services, including a pre-college summer preparation program, counseling, tutoring and a very generous financial aid package.
Is HEOP for me?
ELIGIBILITY: A student must qualify both academically and financially for a HEOP program and must also be a resident of New York State.
Academic Eligibility: Each institution determines the academic profile for their opportunity program. For example, Siena has enrolled students in our program with high school averages ranging from 72-85 and SAT composite scores between 720-1060 (Critical Reading and Math scores only). All programs are looking for students who are motivated, have potential and are willing to utilize their support services.
Financial Eligibility: The income scale is set by the State Education Department annually. It is based on the number in a family, and the total family income (example: for a family of 4 the income range is $32,790 – $38,360 for students entering college in the Fall of 2010 depending on the family situation). Documentation is required before admission decisions are made.
Opportunity Programs provide access to college, academic support systems and a generous financial aid package for students who live and want to study in New York State.
Still have questions? We are here to help! To learn more about Siena College’s Higher Education Opportunity Program, please visit: HEOP at Siena College or call us at 1-888-AT-SIENA.
1. Higher Education Opportunity Program (HEOP): found at private colleges (examples: Siena, Union, NYU, Columbia, Syracuse, Skidmore, St. Lawrence, and Fordham). There are approximately 60 private colleges in New York State that have HEOP.
2. Educational Opportunity Program (EOP): found at public colleges (State University of New York system (SUNY) and various local community colleges).
3. SEEK (Search for Education, Elevation and Knowledge Program, some colleges may also have a College Discovery program): these are programs found within the City University of New York system colleges (CUNY).
PURPOSE: Opportunity programs are co-sponsored by the State Education Department and colleges and universities across New York State. These programs provide access to college for students who may otherwise not pursue a college education due to academic and/or financial challenges. These programs provide academic support services, including a pre-college summer preparation program, counseling, tutoring and a very generous financial aid package.
Is HEOP for me?
ELIGIBILITY: A student must qualify both academically and financially for a HEOP program and must also be a resident of New York State.
Academic Eligibility: Each institution determines the academic profile for their opportunity program. For example, Siena has enrolled students in our program with high school averages ranging from 72-85 and SAT composite scores between 720-1060 (Critical Reading and Math scores only). All programs are looking for students who are motivated, have potential and are willing to utilize their support services.
Financial Eligibility: The income scale is set by the State Education Department annually. It is based on the number in a family, and the total family income (example: for a family of 4 the income range is $32,790 – $38,360 for students entering college in the Fall of 2010 depending on the family situation). Documentation is required before admission decisions are made.
Opportunity Programs provide access to college, academic support systems and a generous financial aid package for students who live and want to study in New York State.
Still have questions? We are here to help! To learn more about Siena College’s Higher Education Opportunity Program, please visit: HEOP at Siena College or call us at 1-888-AT-SIENA.
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