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The Power of SUNY: Benefits for the

Academically Talented Student

The State University

of New York

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Agenda Honors Programs Learning Communities Research Opportunities Study Abroad Scholarships & Grants Advanced College Credits

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Honors Programs Enriched learning experiences in and out of the

classroom Challenging honors curriculum Engage in experiential learning via service

learning projects, research, internships, community service, or study aboard

Peer to peer mentoring and support Participate in thought - provoking seminars and

colloquium

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Honors – Benefits & Perks Scholarships Honors college advisor Research stipends Honors designation on degree Small(er) class sizes Perks - advanced registration, advanced

housing selection, laptops

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Honors Programs – in SUNY Offered at 47 SUNY campuses across the state Selective admission

Honors Program Information Summary

Sector GPA Range SAT Range

University Centers 94 -99 1310 - 1580

University Colleges 90 -99 1100 - 1460

Technology Colleges 86 -92 1001 - 1200

Community Colleges 85 -95 1100 - 1200

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Learning Communities Enrich the academic experience for all Appeal to different academic interests and

learning styles Connect academics to student life on (or off)

campus Address common themes

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Learning Communities – Types Residential Learning Communities Academic/Major Learning Communities Shared Interest Learning Communities Expectations of students may include:

– Courses– Programming, activities, guest lectures– Community service project– Experiential component

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Learning Communities – Benefits Creation of a collegial atmosphere in a smaller setting Allows first-year students to find others with common

interests Nurtures new students to focus on academics early Helps students to develop skills, perhaps outside their

comfort zone, in collaboration with other like-minded students

Academic & Social events/activities Opportunity to work closely with faculty/staff

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Research Opportunities Opportunity to work closely with faculty Gain knowledge outside of classroom setting Possibility to have research published Resume-building (Grad schools & careers)

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Research – Undergraduate Opportunities

Laboratory Science Creative Activities Literature Reviews Studies of people or groups Compensation varies

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Study Abroad Programs Overseas programs as near as a SUNY Campus Why Study Abroad?

– Rewarding and exciting experiences– Immersion in another culture– Discover America from an outside perspective– Life-changing opportunity

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Study Abroad – Locations SUNY offers more than 600 overseas programs Available in 50 countries Variety of time commitments Courses in over 100 subject areas English-language or language of host country

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Study Abroad – Facts & Figures Who can study abroad?

– Open to all– Traditionally junior year is the best time

What does it cost?– Comparable to on-campus costs– Financial aid may be available

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The Value of SUNYSUNY Tuition 2013-2014 for NYS Residents

Four-Year Campus Two-Year Campus

On-Campus Commuter On-Campus Commuter

Tuition $5,870 $5,870 $3,960 $3,960

Fees $1,350 $1,350 $550 $550

Room & Board $11,770 $3,860 $9,730 $3,770

Books & Supplies $1,270 $1,270 $1,310 $1,310

Personal Expenses $1,450 $1,520 $1,110 $1,160

Transportation $990 $1,770 $1,280 $1,660

Tuition & Fees $7,220 $7,220 $4,510 $4,510

TOTAL COST $22,700 $15,640 $17,940 $12,410

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SUNY Value – Grants Awarded based on financial need Do not require repayment

– Federal Pell Grants– Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity

Grant (FSEOG)– New York Tuition Assistance Program

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SUNY Value – Scholarships Awarded based on academic merit or other

performance Do not require repayment Nearly all of SUNY campuses (92%) participate

in scholarship programs

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Advanced Credits/Placement Advanced Placement (AP) International Baccalaureate (IB) College Level Examination Program (CLEP) College Credits (earned while in HS)

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