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Access, Equity and Community Engagement Services

Access, Equity and Community Engagement Services

Higher 做厙TV Opportunity Program (HEOP)

Arthur Eve

Arthur O. Eve
Member of the New York State Assembly (19672003) and Deputy Speaker of the Assembly (19792003) representing districts in Buffalo, New York

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HEOP Eligibility Criteria

Student Eligibility

  • HEOP serves New York State residents who are both educationally and economically disadvantaged as per 泭and 禮 CRR-NY 27-1.1.
  • Economically disadvantaged students are泭members of a household where the total annual income of such household is equal to or less than 185 percent of the amount under the annual .
  • Each participating HEOP institution establishes its own criteria for educationally disadvantaged, which includes, but is not limited to, the following factors: predicting a student's probability of academic success, non-admissibility to the college's normal admissions standards, and/or to the college at the matriculated status in a degree program.
  • NYS Opportunity Programs Income Eligibility Guidelines for Academic Years 2021-22 to 2025-26*

泭Institutional Eligibility

  • Competitive grants are awarded to independent non-public institutions of higher education incorporated by the New York State legislature or chartered by the Board of Regents and offering two- or four-year degree programs registered with and approved by the Board of Regents.
  • Programs must serve matriculated students who are working toward a degree.
  • Students shall be selected without regard to age, color, religion, creed, disability, marital status, veteran status, national origin, race, gender, genetic predisposition or carrier status, or sexual orientation.
Colleges and universities participating in HEOP receive funds from New York State through the 做厙TV and are administered by the participating HEOP colleges themselves.泭 Applications and inquiries regarding eligibility and financial aid need must be made directly at the college level. HEOP is not a scholarship given to individual students, but a grant awarded to selected independent non-public colleges and universities.
HEOP Directory

HEOP Directory Information

HEOP Forms

Student Transfer Form

Fiscal Information

HEOP Data
HEOP Request for Proposal Information, NYS 做厙TV Commissioner's Rules & Regulations, Fiscal Guidelines, and NYS 做厙TV Law 禮 6451 & 禮 6452

2024-2029 HEOP RFP Materials

* We are not able to talk about the RFP during this period. Please submit any questions re: 2024-2029 HEOP RFP via email to泭RFPGC24-001@nysed.gov泭with the words RFP GC#24- 001 in the subject line by September 8, 2023.

2019-2024 HEOP RFP Materials

Official Compilation of Codes, Rules and Regulations of The State of New York

HEOP Fiscal Guidelines

New York Consolidated Laws, 做厙TV Law 禮 6451 &泭禮 6452泭

Information on SUNY 做厙TVal Opportunity Program and CUNY Search for 做厙TV, Elevation, and Knowledge & College Discovery
HEOP Professional Organization

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Senator Jos矇 Peralta New York State DREAM Act

For more information on the泭Senator Jos矇 Peralta New York State DREAM Act, visit泭

Memorandums & Guidance for NYS Opportunity Programs (HEOP, EOP, SEEK, & CD)

HEOP Mission

The Arthur O. Eve Higher 做厙TV Opportunity Program (HEOP) provides a broad range of services to New York State residents who, because of educational and economic circumstances, would otherwise be unable to attend a postsecondary educational institution. Each HEOP institution must ensure that HEOP students are provided with sufficient academic support services, tuition assistance, supplemental financial assistance, and full need packaging to enable them to successfully complete the institutional components required for graduation.

HEOP Objectives

  • Provide access to postsecondary education to eligible students
  • Identify, evaluate, and recruit eligible students and enable them to complete a higher education experience
  • Improve the retention and graduation rates of disadvantaged students泭

HEOP Services

  • Provides funds to assist in the screening and testing of prospective students
  • Provides structured academic support services including a pre-entry summer program, counseling, tutoring, and remedial/developmental coursework
  • Provides supplemental financial and tuition assistance toward their college expenses

HEOP addresses students needs by

  • Introducing students to college expectations via a pre-entry summer program.
  • Offering academic, career, financial, and career counseling.
  • Providing one-on-one and small-group tutoring.
  • Offering remedial, developmental, and support services .

Contact Information:

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Office of Postsecondary Access, Support, and Success
Arthur O. Eve Higher 做厙TV Opportunity Program
89 Washington Avenue, EBA 960
Albany, NY 12234
(518) 474-3719
cdpu@nysed.gov

*Please note, HEOP is not a scholarship given to individual students, but a grant awarded to selected independent colleges and universities.泭 Students cannot apply to HEOP through NYSED's website.泭 Students who are interested in HEOP must directly contact participating HEOP colleges & universities for the college and/or university's application information. Please see the HEOP directory for participating college & university's contact information. Students interested in EOP should visit SUNY's website for more information.泭 Students interested in SEEK/CD should visit CUNY's website for more information.

Student Testimonials

Alexis Arias

Ithaca College Class of 2027

Major:泭Business Administration - Finance;
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Minor: Psychology
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Hometown:泭New York, NY
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Clubs, Organizations, Leadership Roles, and Awards Received:泭 HEOP Admissions Ambassador, HEOP Peer Mentor, Brothers 4 Brothers (B4B) Political Chair, Lambda Upsilon Lambda Fraternity, Inc. Treasurer and Recruitment Chair, Core Trading Consultants Member, American Marketing Association Member
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HEOP has been vital to my success at IC. Their safe and comfortable space has helped me deal with the challenges泭of being a first-gen college student. They provide access to both peer and faculty tutors, which is an amazing resource.泭Additionally, HEOP hosts helpful workshops. They have泭had a profound impact on my educational experience, and泭Im grateful to be part of a community that is committed to泭helping me succeed.

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Amena Begum

New York University Class of 2024

Major: Criminology & Applied Psychology

Minor: Child and Adolescent Mental Health

Hometown: Brooklyn, NY

Clubs, Organizations, Leadership Roles, and Awards Received:泭Deans List (Spring 2021), NYU Law Mock Trial (April 2022),泭NYU Welcome Leader (Summer 2022), Alpha Phi Omega (Vice President of Leadership, 2023)

HEOP has allowed me to feel a sense of community. In a泭school as big as NYU, Ive never felt more connected to my泭peers than I do with my HEOP family. Throughout my 4 years泭of college, I could explore my interests without worrying泭about financial barriers. I am forever thankful to HEOP for泭guiding me on the path to discovering my academic and泭career passions.

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Ali Boivab

Columbia University Class of 2025

Major: Political Science

Hometown: Queens, NY

Clubs, Organizations, Leadership Roles and Awards Received: I am a unionized gov employee working PT for NYC Council as泭a Community Liaison. I also volunteer with CUNY Citizenship泭Now to help immigrant New Yorkers file for citizenship. Aside泭from that, I am a Research Assistant for Harvard University,泭studying political incorporation of immigrants in New York City.泭I am currently a junior studying Political Science who hopes to泭go to Law School to become an immigration lawyer.

HEOP means possibility. It is the badge of honor I wear with泭pride as I walk around the campus and make my voice heard.泭It is the nemesis of the voice in my head that says, You are泭a first generation student from a low-income family, you will泭never make it. It is my courage when I fear I am not strong泭enough to power through my failures. It is the community of泭students and staff around me who give me hope, power, and泭solidarity to achieve my goals and dreams in life.

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Brianna Broadwell

Keuka College Class of 2027

Major:泭Criminal Justice
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Minor: Pre-Law
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Hometown: Cato, NY
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Clubs, Organizations, Leadership Roles and Awards Received:泭Keuka College Field Hockey Team
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HEOP has helped me tremendously. My first semester of泭college was less of a challenge because of this program.泭The support it provides helped me manage my work, with my泭athletic schedule and mental health as well. Without HEOP泭and the financial support it provides, I wouldnt be able to泭afford to attend college. My family and I are beyond grateful泭for this opportunity and are looking forward to what the rest of泭the years at Keuka will bring.

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Clement Banahene

New York Institute of Technology Class of 2024

Major: Electrical & computer Engineering Techology
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Hometown: Mount Vernon, NY
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Clubs, Organizations, Leadership Roles and Awards Received:泭Presidential honor lists, Deans lists, XAE Emerald key, HEOP award, Peer Success Guide Award, Peer Tutor, Phi Eta Sigma, Chi Epsilon.
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As an electrical and computer engineering technology泭student, HEOP has been instrumental financially and泭academically. The programs financial support has eased泭the financial difficulties associated with my major, enabling泭me to concentrate on academic pursuits without financial泭strain. Moreover, HEOPs academic resources, including泭tutoring and mentorship, have enhanced my understanding泭of engineering concepts. This support has shaped my泭experience and positioned me for success in the field of泭electrical and computer engineering.

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Jesslyn Gifford

Keuka College Class of 2026

Major: Psychology
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Hometown: Downsville, NY
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Clubs, Organizations, Leadership Roles and Awards Received: Delta Alpha Pi International Honor Society
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When I first got to college I was so nervous and didnt泭think I was going make it. It took some time to get used the泭environment and, through the ups and downs, HEOP was泭always there, willing to help me with advice and help me泭succeed. HEOP is like a second family that supports me and泭helps me approach college. I was able to have a different泭mindset when it came and learned how to do things on my泭own. I work hard for my grades and have perseverance but泭if it wasnt for HEOP I dont know if I would enjoy college as泭much as I do. HEOP is family.

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Fousani Hamidou

St Lawrence University Class of 2024

Major: Global Studies
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Minor:泭African Studies
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Hometown: Bronx, NY
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Clubs, Organizations, Leadership Roles and Awards Received: Pres. Men in Color, VP of The Black Laurentian Initiative,泭VP of Student Affairs of Student Government, Black Student泭Union, La Sociedad (Hispanic Student Union), House of Representatives Intern, Study Abroad in Kenya, Recipient of泭Involvement in Diversity/Inclusion Award
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HEOP has helped me push my limits far beyond what I泭thought I was capable of without the financial stress. Thanks泭to HEOP, Ive been able to obtain E-board positions in泭multiple clubs and organizations including the school's泭student government. The HEOP coordinators泭provided me with advice and pushed me to the best of my泭ability to achieve more for myself. HEOP has been an泭opportunity of a lifetime and life-changing.

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Karuna Kharka

Syracuse University Class of 2025

Major: Psychology
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Hometown: Syracuse, NY
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Clubs, Organizations, Leadership Roles and Awards Received: Global Medical Brigades, Hindu Student Association (HSA) and South Asian Student Association (SASA)
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HEOP has been a guiding force that has shaped my academic and personal journey in profound ways. The泭programs unwavering support and commitment to student success have been instrumental in helping me overcome challenges, discover my potential, and become a more resilient, empathetic, and accomplished individual. I am truly grateful for the opportunities HEOP has provided and the positive impact it has had on my life.

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Adelisa Badzic

St John Fisher University Class of 2023

Major: Media & Communications
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Minor: Women & Gender Studies
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Hometown: Rochester, NY
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Clubs, Organizations, Leadership Roles and Awards Received: Staff Writer for Cardinal Courier, Anchor on Cardinal TV,泭Student Government, Media Washington Scholar
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HEOP has shaped me and my education so much. I have泭such a strong support system due to them and made so泭many new connections.