Opportunity Programs
At SUNY Empire, we recognize the diverse strengths and experiences that students bring to their educational journey. Our Opportunity Programs are designed to honor those strengths while providing personalized guidance, academic support, financial resources, and growth opportunities. We work alongside you to help navigate the path to your goals and support your continued success.
Benefits of Opportunity Programs
- Enhanced academic support
- One-on-one mentorship and success coaching
- Early and comprehensive degree planning
- Support for accessibility and basic needs services
- Year-round enrichment activities and programming
- Financial assistance (based upon review for EOP, ESOP, Presidential Scholars and TOC programs)
- Early access to laptops and other learning tools
- Dedicated community space for Opportunity Program students
There are 8 Opportunity Programs Available
Offers mentoring for new students.
Ensures military members and their families get access to expanded educational services.
Offers added resources for students who’ve had fewer opportunities to access college.
Provides support for those who face financial challenges.
Gives financial assistance to students who may not have had the same access to higher
education.
Designed to support you if you’re in foster care or a ward of the court.
Provides tailored support to students from New York City.
Empowers future NY-based teachers.
Overcoming Obstacles Together
If I am honest, attending school online has a completely different vibe from
what I am used to. And just like anyone else, I faced my fair share of obstacles,
but with the help of the OP team and staff alike, I was able to overcome those obstacles
to keep on moving towards my goal.
Kiearra Edwards
Educational Opportunity Program Student
Program Requirements
Eligibility Requirements
All Opportunity Programs are open to students accepted through general admission at SUNY Empire. Additionally, you must:
- Meet eligibility requirements for your desired program
- Submit required financial documents for eligibility review (EOP and ESOP only)
- Complete an interview (EOP and ESOP only)
- For EOP, ESOP, and TOC programs, you must have been a New York state resident for the past 12 months
Application Requirements
To apply you must be new to SUNY Empire. In addition, you must meet the following criteria:
- Submit a high school diploma or equivalency
- Demonstrate economic need (EOP and ESOP only)
- Complete a FAFSA application
