EDUCATIONAL
OPPORTUNITY PROGRAM
(EOP)
OUR PURPOSE
EOP believes that education should be a beacon of hope for all, regardless of economic circumstances. It is a transformative program experience designed to empower individuals from all backgrounds to achieve their dreams of higher education.
At SUNY Empire, EOP enriches the student experience, making it more flexible, accessible, and affordable. Our mission is clear: to open doors and to provide unwavering support to those who aspire to reach new heights through education. We understand that not everyone’s journey to higher education is the same, and that’s precisely why EOP at SUNY Empire exists.
KEY PROGRAM COMPONENTS
- EOP Grant funding for ten semesters (contingent on eligibility)
- The required Summer/Winter Institute, which includes a writing seminar to prepare First time freshman students with the college-level writing skills and practice to succeed in their first year and beyond.
- Networking opportunities across the many SUNY EOPs, such as student ambassadorship, and prestigious awards.
- The potential opportunity to have their graduate education funded at participating SUNY institutions if they complete their undergraduate program with EOP.
PROGRAM BENEFITS
Enhanced
Academic
Support
Financial
Assistance
Mentorship &
Coaching
Laptop
Loaner
Basic
Needs
Eligibility:
First-time freshmen and opportunity program transfer students (EOP/HEOP/College Discovery/SEEK) who are financially eligible. New York State residency required.
The following guidelines are for SUNY Empire opportunity programs eligibility. To be determined economically disadvantaged, a student’s household income must not exceed the amount shown for its size, or the student’s circumstances must meet one of the exceptions. Eligibility guidelines may be adjusted slightly each year.
Opportunity Programs at SUNY Empire Income Guidelines 2024-25 |
|
Household Size |
Total Annual Income |
|
1 |
$26,973 |
|
2 |
$36,482 |
|
3 |
$45,991 |
|
4 |
$55,500 |
|
5 |
$65,009 |
|
6 |
$74,518 |
|
7 |
$84,027 |
|
8 |
$93,536* |
|
*For families/households with more than 8 persons, add $9,509 for each additional person. |
|
INCOME GUIDELINES DO NOT APPLY IF:
- The student's family is the recipient of Family Assistance or Safety Net payments through the New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance; or through a county Department of Social Services; or Family Day Care payments through the New York State Office of Children and Family Assistance;
- The student is in foster care as established by the court;
- The student is a ward of the state or county.