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NYS Opportunity Promise Scholarship
New York State brings the New York State Opportunity Promise Scholarship (NYSOP) to the College of Staten Island, providing eligible adult learners with financial support to earn an associate degree in high-demand fields.
The scholarship covers the cost of tuition, fees, books, and required supplies, making it more affordable to return to college and prepare for an in-demand career.
Need assistance? Our Reconnect Advisors are here to guide you through the admission or readmission process, answer your questions, and help you complete each step.
Eligible Degree Programs
Students must be pursuing an associate degree in one of the following programs:
- Nursing (AAS)
- Engineering (AS)
- Computer Technology (AAS)
Eligibility Requirements
To be eligible for the New York State Opportunity Promise Scholarship, students must:
- Be 25 to 55 years of age.
- Have not previously earned a postsecondary degree, except for those accepted to the Nursing AAS program.
- Enroll in an eligible associate degree program at the College of Staten Island.
- Register for at least 6 credits each semester (12 credits per academic year).
- Complete the FAFSA and TAP applications.
How to Apply
- Complete the FAFSA and TAP applications.
- If you are a returning CSI student, please complete a readmission application. If you haven’t applied to CSI, please click here.