New York State Governor Kathy Hochul on Friday said the State University of New York (SUNY), the City University of New York (CUNY) and over 50 private colleges and universities throughout the state will offer free application opportunities for high school seniors during New York State College Application Month.
SUNY will waive up to five application fees per student across its 64 colleges and universities from Oct. 21 through Nov. 3, according to a press release.
CUNY is waiving application fees across all 25 campuses for high school seniors attending New York City public schools from Oct. 21 to Nov. 15 and from Nov. 4 to Nov. 15 for all New York State residents applying as a college freshman.
CUNY further guarantees admission to all seven of its community colleges for all NYC Public Schools graduates, while private institutions across the state are offering fee waivers that vary by campus, the press release said.
“Ensuring that every student has the opportunity to pursue higher education is a top priority for New York State,” Hochul said. “College Application Month isn’t only about waiving fees — it’s about breaking down financial barriers and opening doors to future opportunities. We’re empowering students across the state to take the first step toward achieving their educational and career goals while removing the financial obstacles that may deter students from pursuing higher education.”
Visit the New York State Application Month waiver webpage for more information and a complete list of participating colleges and universities.
