OpInform 2013 The State University of New York The Power of SUNY: Benefits for the Academically Talented Student The State University of New York OpInform 2013

OpInform 2013 The State University of New York Agenda  Honors Programs  Learning Communities  Research Opportunities  Study Abroad  Scholarships & Grants  Advanced College Credits

OpInform 2013 The State University of New York 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

OpInform 2013 The State University of New York Honors – Benefits & Perks  Scholarships  Honors college advisor  Research stipends  Honors designation on degree  Small(er) class sizes  Perks - advanced registration, advanced housing selection, laptops

OpInform 2013 The State University of New York Honors Programs – in SUNY  Offered at 47 SUNY campuses across the state  Selective admission  Honors Program Information Summary SectorGPA RangeSAT Range University Centers University Colleges Technology Colleges Community Colleges

OpInform 2013 The State University of New York 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

OpInform 2013 The State University of New York 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

OpInform 2013 The State University of New York 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

OpInform 2013 The State University of New York Research Opportunities  Opportunity to work closely with faculty  Gain knowledge outside of classroom setting  Possibility to have research published  Resume-building (Grad schools & careers)

OpInform 2013 The State University of New York Research – Undergraduate Opportunities  Laboratory Science  Creative Activities  Literature Reviews  Studies of people or groups  Compensation varies

OpInform 2013 The State University of New York 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

OpInform 2013 The State University of New York 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

OpInform 2013 The State University of New York 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

OpInform 2013 The State University of New York The Value of SUNY SUNY Tuition for NYS Residents Four-Year CampusTwo-Year Campus On-CampusCommuterOn-CampusCommuter Tuition$5,870 $3,960 Fees$1,350 $550 Room & Board$11,770$3,860$9,730$3,770 Books & Supplies$1,270 $1,310 Personal Expenses$1,450$1,520$1,110$1,160 Transportation$990$1,770$1,280$1,660 Tuition & Fees$7,220 $4,510 TOTAL COST$22,700$15,640$17,940$12,410

OpInform 2013 The State University of New York 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

OpInform 2013 The State University of New York SUNY Value – Scholarships  Awarded based on academic merit or other performance  Do not require repayment  Nearly all of SUNY campuses (92%) participate in scholarship programsscholarship programs

OpInform 2013 The State University of New York Advanced Credits/Placement  Advanced Placement (AP)  International Baccalaureate (IB)  College Level Examination Program (CLEP)  College Credits (earned while in HS)

OpInform 2013 The State University of New York Thank You! Questions/Discussion