Admissions Information
Here are the demographics for ΞΆΓάΘ¦ College Students
Enrollment: approximately 2,500 students from 44 states and 59 countries
Gender Mix: 40% men, 60% women
Diversity: Domestic students of color: 22%; international students: 11%; students with dual
passports: 5%; first-generation college students: 13%
Retention Rate: 95% (fall to fall)
APPLICATION DEADLINES 2025-2026
Early Decision I - November 1
Notification Date: December 15
Early Decision II - January 8
Notification Date: February 15
Regular Decision - January 8
Notification Date: Mid-March
ADMISSION CRITERIA
In order to be considered for the Higher Education Opportunity Program (HEOP), you must be a resident of New York State and:
- Possess a high school equivalency diploma, or the equivalent of a GED
- Meet program academic criteria
- Meet program economic guidelines
The average academic profile for potential HEOP/AOP students is:
Objective Criteria
Non-HEOP Admits
HEOP Admits
High School Average
90%+
85%+
High School Need/Resource Capacity
Low to High
Low to Average
Class Rank
Top 10%
Top 25%
SAT Scores** (If submitted)
1350+
1130+
ACT Scores** (If submitted)
30+
26-30
Overall Regents Exam Average
90+
80+
**ΞΆΓάΘ¦ College went SAT/ACT Optional in 2016 +Allows flexibility in offsetting high/low scores in other areas.
This profile serves as a guide. There are several factors that are weighed in determining
program eligibility; academic growth, test taking abilities, attendance, personal
support systems, community involvement, special talents and motivation to succeed.
A personal interview is required for HEOP transfer students. Interviews are optional
for first-year prospective students.
HEOP Income Guidelines - 2025-2026
2025-26 Higher Education Opportunity Program Guidelines*
# in household Federal Poverty Guideline (FPG)1 2021 HEOP Guidelines (185% of FPG)
Persons in Family/Household
Federal Poverty Guideline (FPG)
2025 OP Guidelines (185% of FPG)
1
$15,650
$27,861
2
$21,150
$37,814
3
$26,650
$47,767
4
$32,150
$57,720
5
$37,659
$67,673
6
$43,150
$77,626
7
$48,650
$87,579
8
$54,150
$97,532
9
$59,650
$107,485
10
$65,150
$117,438
11
$70,650
$127,391
* 2025 HEOP Guidelines are determined based on 2022 household income (prior-prior) and 2023 HHS/NPG.
For families/households with 8+ people $9,953 was added to the amount for each additional
person.
If you have questions or concern regarding the Admissions process for HEOP at ΞΆΓάΘ¦ College, please contact Kelli Rouse, Director.
