Community College Transfer Opportunity Program (CCTOP)
What is the Community College Transfer Opportunity Program?
The Community College Transfer Opportunity Program (CCTOP) makes it easier
for you transfer from any of the participating community colleges to the
New York University - Steinhardt School
of Education by offering transfer agreements that allow you to maximize
the number of credits you transfer, scholarships to help you meet the cost
of tuition, and an adviser to answer all of your questions and help you
make a successful transition to NYU.
With all of my community college credit transfer to NYU?
Our articulation agreements allow you to transfer as many as 72 credits
from your community college to a related program of study. To see exactly
how your credits will transfer, you may request a permission transfer credit
evaluation. Just fax a copy of your college transcript to (212) 995-4328.
If you've attended more than one college send a transcript from each institution.
Include your name, daytime telephone number, and intended NYU major. We
will tell you which of your courses will transfer and which courses you
will need to complete at NYU. We an even suggest classes you can take while
you're still at your community college that will both satisfy your associate's
degree program requirements and transfer to NYU.
Can I complete my bachelor's degree at NYU in just four semesters?
YES! Students who transfer at least 64 credits can complete most of our
bachelor's degree programs in as little as two years of full time study.
NYU is a top-ranked university. Can I do well there?
Many community college students express concern about whether they are academically
prepared to succeed at NYU. More than 800 students have already transferred
to the NYU School of Education through CCTOP and based on their performance,
we know that your community college grade point average is a good predictor
at NYU. Not only do most CCTOP students graduate, but more than 25 percent
graduate with honors!
NYU is committed to trying to make it financially possible for all qualified students to attend. In order for the University to offer you a financial aid package, you must:
- file an admissions application and be offered admission and
- file a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and, if you're a New York State resident, a Tuition Assistance Program (TAP) application. Financial Aid packages typically include federal and state grants, NYU scholarships, and student loans.
We strongly recommend that you apply for admissions and financial aid so you can have all the information you need to decide whether or not NYU is affordable for you.
Here are the facts:- • Most full-time CCTOP students with a GPA of 3.0 or higher receive up to a 20,000 CCTOP scholarship each year they study at the NYU School of Education.
- • When you enroll at NYU, your TAP and Pell grants are likely to increase over the amount you received as a community college student.
- • If you participate in the College Discovery or the Educational Opportunity Program, you are eligible for financial assistance from NYU's Higher Education Opportunity Program (HEOP).
How do I apply for a CCTOP scholarship?
In order to be considered up to a 20,000 CCTOP scholarship, you must be
nominated by your transfer counselor or a faculty member at your community
college. Nomination forms are available in your college's transfer office
at (212) 998-5139. We offer CCTOP scholarships to approximately 200 new
transfer students every year. More
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Are there other scholarships I can apply for besides the CCTOP?
Yes. There are two additional scholarships available to CCTOP awardees.
- • School of Education scholarships are awarded to students on the basis of both need and merit. As long as you file a FAFSA form, you will be considered for a School of Education Scholarship. These scholarships range from $500 to $2,500 per year.
- • Students who are members of Phi Theta Kappa and who have a GPA
of 3.8 or higher may have their PTK adviser nominate them for a merit-based
Phi Theta Kappa scholarship. Letters of nomination for this $2,500-a-year
scholarship should be sent to:
New York University Office of Undergraduate Admissions
22 Washington Square North
New York, NY 10011-9191
How do I know if I qualify for CCTOP?
You qualify for CCTOP if you are currently attending one of the participating
community colleges, have a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or higher,
have at least 48 transferable credits, intend to study full-tie at the NYU
School of Education in one of the undergraduate programs listed as below,
and are a US citizen or permanent resident. Students who already have a
bachelor's degree are not eligible.
Students may transfer to any of the following Bachelor's degree programs at the NYU Steinhardt School of Education:
ART, MUSIC, THEATRE
COMMUNICATIONS
HEALTH
PSYCHOLOGY
EDUCATION
I have a lot of questions. Is there someone I can talk to about
transferring to NYU?
Yes. You are invited to call the CCTOP director before, during, or after
your transfer. She can answer your questions about admissions, financial
aid, and transfer credit and help guide you through the entire transfer
process.