HWS: Opportunity Programs

OPPORTUNITY PROGRAMS: ELIGIBILITY

Eligibility Requirements

General
HEOP applicants must be a resident of New York State for one year prior to the first term of enrollment.

Academic
Must have acquired a high school diploma or the equivalent, be non-admissible by the College’s regular admissions standards and demonstrate the motivation and potential to succeed academically despite one’s academic background.

Economic
The applicant or his/her family must also meet one or more of the following economic requirements:

Earn a yearly income not in excess of New York State economic guidelines for HEOP as shown below.

Receive, or be a dependent of an individual receiving, either Aid to Dependent Children, Home Relief or Family Day Care payments through a New York State or country Department of Social Services.