Eligibility

You are eligible if:

Have earned a high school diploma or its equivalent;
Meet the New York State residency requirements;
Meet the EOP income guidelines and NCC academic eligibility criteria
Be a first time degree seeking student
Demonstrate the commitment and potential to succeed in a college program of study.

NCC EOP Admission Requirements:

High School GPA of 70-85 AND;
A 65-78 on the NYS Math or English Regents exam, paired with;
A score of a 65 or higher on the remaining NYS Regents Exam (Math or English only)

EOP Economic Eligibility Guidelines
Academic Year 2019-20
Household Size (including head of household)	Total Annual Income in 2017 Calendar Year
*For families/households with more than 8 persons, add $7,992 for each additional person.
1	$22,459
2	$30,451
3	$38,443
4	$46,435
5	$54,427
6	$62,419
7	$70,411
8	$78,403*

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.