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Newly Accepted Student
Congratulations on your admission to Empire State University! From setting up your accounts to registering for classes, you'll find everything you need right here. We're here to support you every step of the way.
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Get Credit for Your Experience
Did you know that at SUNY Empire you can easily earn credit toward your degree based on past experience? There are hundreds of ways to earn credit. Find out more and see how we can help you earn your degree faster.
Professional Training
Get credit for training, certifications, and other professional learning. We evaluate your work-based learning to determine how it applies to your degree program.
Standard Exams
Normal Program Length
Your Prior Learning
Your Program Length
Your SUNY Email
Your university email is the main way we communicate with you. We send important updates about registration, payments, academic support, events, and more.
Check your email regularly using your SUNY Empire login (firstname_lastname###@sunyempire.edu). We also offer an easy option to forward your university email.
Your Next Steps
If you’re a newly accepted student, check your SUNY email for your username and instructions
on setting up your account.
If you are a returning student or have submitted a FAFSA application, you already have an account. Log in using your established credentials.
You’re automatically enrolled in orientation once you’re accepted. Orientation is required and gives you an introduction to SUNY Empire. Use your My.SUNYEmpire account login to complete your orientation when it’s convenient for you. Contact us with questions at Orientation@sunyempire.edu.
If you plan to register for six or more credits, you may be required by New York state
to submit documentation of immunization. Find out more about these requirements and
submit your documents. This must be done before you register for courses.
4. Register for Classes
You’ll receive course recommendations via email three to five business days after
you complete orientation. Our advisors make these recommendations based on your transcripts,
orientation questions, and available courses.
After reviewing your course recommendations, log in to My.SUNYEmpire to browse the term guide and register for class. Need help registering? Check out our quick how to register video or read the Registration Quick Guide.
After reviewing your course recommendations, log in to My.SUNYEmpire to browse the term guide and register for class. Need help registering? Check out our quick how to register video or read the Registration Quick Guide.
Paying for School
At SUNY Empire, we make education affordable and help you find the best way to finance
your education. From payment plans to grants, to financial aid, we’ll find the right
path for you. If you’ve already applied for financial aid, you can check your status
at My.SUNYEmpire.
62%
of SUNY Empire students receive Pell Grants
85%
of SUNY Empire students receive grant aid
Support through Graduation
From registration to graduation, your mentor and student success coordinator are here to guide you. Whether you're facing personal challenges or academic hurdles, they'll provide the support and resources you need to stay on track and achieve your goals.
(My mentor) was always there to answer any questions I had and was just as determined
for me to finish my degree as I was. It was so nice to have a mentor like that.
More to Know
Library
Access research tools, academic resources, and support anytime through SUNY Empire's online library.
Important Dates
Bookstore
Find everything you need for your courses at SUNY Empire's online bookstore — textbooks, materials, and more — all in one convenient place.
Laptop Loan Program
Need a laptop? Find out how to apply for our loan program designed to support your academic needs.
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