NEW FIRST-TIME COLLEGE STUDENTS

Apply to Cayuga as a new, degree-seeking student

APPLICATION PROCESS CHECKLIST

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APPLY FOR ADMISSION
HOW/WHERE?
Complete and submit an application for admission: https://apply.cayuga-cc.edu/admissions/
WHEN?
Immediately
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
HOW/WHERE?
Complete and submit the International Admissions packet. See International Application Process
NURSING PROGRAM APPLICANTS
HOW/WHERE?
Complete and submit the Nursing application in addition to the Admissions application. See Nursing Application Process
SEND TRANSCRIPTS
Official High School, College, AP & IB (or GED/TASC)
HOW/WHERE?
High School transcripts must be sent to the Cayuga Admissions Office directly from your high school to be considered official. Official transcripts can be sent through your school’s electronic service, by email to admissions@cayuga-cc.edu, or by postal mail to the Auburn Campus Admissions Office (197 Franklin Street; Auburn, NY 13021).

GED/TASC documents must include passing transcript scores and diploma section. Original GED/TASC documents may be brought to the Admissions Office at either campus, or student copies may be emailed to admissions@cayuga-cc.edu.

Home-school applicants: Request an official letter sent directly from the relevant district superintendent on district letterhead certifying the student has completed the equivalent instruction for a high school diploma pursuant to Section 100.10 of the Regulations of the Commissioner of Education.
   OR
Request the completion and submission of the SUNY Cayuga Community College Home-School Superintendent Sign-Off Form to be sent directly from the relevant district superintendent’s office to the Cayuga Community College Admissions Office (197 Franklin Street; Auburn, NY 13021 or admissions@cayuga-cc.edu).
APPLY FOR FINANCIAL AID
HOW/WHERE?
See our Financial Aid Office
Federal Aid: https://studentaid.gov;
School code: 002861
NYS Aid: http://www.hesc.ny.gov;
(NY State Residents only) School code: 2005
or call 1-888-697-4372
WHEN?
Immediately (you do not need to wait for admission acceptance)
APPLY FOR SCHOLARSHIPS
HOW/WHERE?
See our Scholarships and Grants-in-Aid
WHEN?
Immediately
APPLY FOR VETERAN’S BENEFITS
HOW/WHERE?
Veteran-Certifying Official
(315) 294-8841 – AUBURN & FULTON
WHEN?
Immediately
ACCESS MYCAYUGA & VIRTUAL CHECKLIST
HOW/WHERE?
https://my.cayuga-cc.edu
User name and password sent same day as admission acceptance to personal email address on your application.
For assistance contact, contact the IT HELP DESK at (315) 501-1993 or email helpdesk@cayuga-cc.edu
REGISTER FOR CLASSES
HOW/WHERE?
Contact the Centers for Student Engagement and Academic Advisement at (315)294-8523 or email studenteng@cayuga-cc.edu
Register early for optimal course and time selection
WHEN?
Appointments start November 1 for Spring
Appointments start March 1 for Fall and Summer
COMPLETE A CERTIFICATE OF RESIDENCY APPLICATION
NYS, Non-Cayuga County residents only
HOW/WHERE?
See Resident Costs / Certificate of Residence
WHEN?
After July 4 & before bill due date – FALL
After Dec 1 & before bill due date – SPRING
SUBMIT IMMUNIZATION RECORDS
(MMR, Meningitis Response Form)
Students with 6 credits or more on campus
HOW/WHERE?
Health Services at (315) 294-8503 or email wilson@cayuga-cc.edu
WHEN?
Immediately (before bill due date found in myCayuga)
PAY YOUR TUITION BILL IN FULL OR SET UP A PAYMENT PLAN
Payment plan may be needed if aid does not cover costs
HOW/WHERE?
In your myCayuga account or Student Accounts Office at (315) 294-8450
WHEN?
Before bill due date found in myCayuga
BUY YOUR TEXTBOOKS & SUPPLIES
HOW/WHERE?
College Bookstore
WHEN?
Two weeks before classes begin
STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES
HOW/WHERE?
Contact Accessibility Resources
AUBURN CAMPUS: (315) 294-8422
jeanne.shaw@cayuga-cc.edu
FULTON CAMPUS: (315) 593-9327
hcrofoot@cayuga-cc.edu
WHEN?
Immediately