You’ve Been Referred to Empire State University

A Clear Path to Your Degree

If your employer, union, school, or community organization referred you to Empire State University, you’re in the right place.

This page connects you with the team dedicated to supporting students who enroll through our partner organizations.

What This Partnership Means for You

Students referred by a partner organization may be eligible for:

$50 Orientation Fee Waiver
$100 Better Together Scholarship
Access to flexible, online degree and certificate programs
A dedicated point of contact to help navigate admissions, transfer credit, and enrollment

Eligibility may vary depending on your referring organization.

Flexible Degree Programs for Working Adults

Empire State University offers 110+ undergraduate and graduate programs, primarily online, designed for working adults across New York State and beyond.

Some Popular Undergraduate Programs

Community & Human Services
Human Development
Social Sciences
Healthcare Management
Business, Management & Economics
Individualized Studies (customized degrees aligned to child welfare, juvenile justice, family services, public administration, or nonprofit leadership)

Some Popular Graduate Programs

Adult Learning (M.A.)
Learning & Emerging Technologies (M.A.)
Educational Leadership & Change (Ed.D.)
Business Management & Leadership
Nursing Education (M.S.) (where applicable)

Turn Your Experience Into College Credit

You may be eligible to earn college credit for:

Relevant work experience
Employer or union-sponsored training
Professional certifications
Military experience
ACE or NCCRS-evaluated coursework

Through Professional Learning Evaluations (PLE) and Individualized Credit for Prior Learning (iCPL) qualifying experience may count toward your degree.

Designed to Support You from Start to Finish

Dedicated admissions guidance
Individualized academic advising
Flexible pacing for working professionals
Financial aid and student success resources

Whether you're just getting started or returning to complete your degree, our team is here to help.

How to Get Started

Complete the Student Partnership Inquiry Form below
Let us know the organization that referred you
Connect with an enrollment counselor to review your benefits and next steps

If you’re already working with an enrollment counselor, completing this form ensures your inquiry is connected to your partnership benefits.

Questions?

Empire State University – Office of Partnerships
partners@sunyempire.edu