MEDGAR EVERS COLLEGE
OF THE
CITY UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK
SUMMER SESSIONS 2016 QUICK FACTS
FIRST DAY OF CLASSES
Session I-Wednesday, June 1, 2016
Session II- Monday, July 11, 2016
www.mec.cuny.edu
Significant changes have occurred over the past years that and are important for you to be aware of and
share. These items include the following: CUNY’s Technology Fee, CUNY Portal Account, LIVE@MEC Email
Account and Credit Card Usage.
Please read each section below carefully so that you are well aware of these important changes.
CUNY Technology Fee Increase
The Board of Trustees of The City University of New York declared on July 21, 2008 that the technology fee will increase
from $100.00 to $125.00 per semester for full-time students and from $50.00 to $62.50 per semester for part-time
students, effective Spring 2014. Revenue from this fee will be used to improve academic and administrative computing
services.
For Federal Pell grant recipients, this fee increase will be covered by an increase in the maximum Pell grant award which
helps defray educational expenses. The grant award will be raised from $5,550 to $5,645.
CUNY Portal Account
Effective July 15, 2008, all students who wish to connect to Blackboard and EduTrac will be required to do so through
the CUNY Portal. This is a CUNY requirement for all students and all access through the various links on the Medgar
Evers College webpage will direct students to the CUNY Portal. Once at the CUNY Portal, students must follow the
directions to log in or register and create a user name and password.
Once successfully logged on, students will then be able to access Blackboard and EduTrac from one convenient location,
and will no longer be required to remember two separate login names and passwords. Students encountering problems
accessing the CUNY Portal must call (718) 270-5132 or (718)270-4866.
LIVE@MEC Student Email Account
Effective immediately, all correspondence from the College including communications from faculty will only be sent to
all students official LIVE@MEC Email Account. This is the only email that will be recognized by the University and the
College. In order to login to the LIVE@MEC student email account, students need to go to the following web address:
http://www.mec.cuny.edu/student_email/
Students having problems establishing their email account must call (718) 270-5132.
Credit Card Usage
All credit card payment transactions made by students must be made via CUNYFirst. No credit card payments will be
accepted at the Bursar’s Office. In addition, CUNY is no longer honoring any VISA credit card payments. We apologize for
this inconvenience; however this is now a CUNY policy. Students having questions must contact the Bursar’s Office at
(718) 270-6095.
An official MEC email
address and a CUNY FIRST
account are MANDATORY
for all registration
activities!!!
GET YOURS NOW!!!
Go to https://home.cunyfirst.cuny.edu
Click on First Time Users
THEN FOLLOW THE ON-SCREEN DIRECTIONS
Your new and official MEC email address is:
firstname.lastname@student.mec.cuny.edu
Your new password is your date of birth, in this format 19YYMMDD
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_______________________________________________________________________________________________________
Office of the Registrar
(718) 270-6040
(718) 270-6171 (fax)
Dear MEC Student:
On behalf of the Registrar's Office and the entire Medgar Evers College family, welcome back for another
wonderful semester. For those of you just joining us this semester, congratulations on your acceptance at
Medgar Evers College!
Your years of study here will be challenging ones. They will also be years of enormous personal, social and
intellectual growth. In that challenge and growth, you will not be alone. Your professors and college
community are here to help you realize your full potential both in college and in your professional career.
Take advantage of the opportunities afforded to you by Medgar Evers College. Give your intellectual curiosity
free reign. Engage your professors and fellow students in discussion. Get involved in and enjoy college life in
and outside the classroom. In short, make the most of your years here.
This Quick Fact booklet will assist you in preparation of your college endeavor. While an academic advisor or
counselor will be available to assist you, you are the master of your college career. It is essential that you
develop the ability to plan wisely and appropriately. Ultimately, your academic destiny is in your hands. Take
control of it! Use the Quick Facts booklet, our website, (www.mec.cuny.edu), and the College Catalog as tools
for success.
Once again, welcome back to Medgar Evers College, the institution where students come first and excellence
is our primary goal. Our faculty, alumni and staff offer their good wishes to you for a successful college career.
If you have any questions or need any additional information, please do not hesitate to call the Registrar’s
office at (718) 270-6040.
Sincerely,
Tatiana Mejic
Registrar
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SUMMER HOURS AND BUILDING LOCATIONS
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SUMMER I & II 2016 ACADEMIC CALENDAR
6
EXECUTIVE OFFICES
8
SCHOOLS AND DEPARTMENTS
9
PROGRAM DIRECTORS
10
ACADEMIC ADVISEMENT CENTER (AAC)
11
FRESHMAN YEAR PROGRAM (FYP)
12
NOTIFICATION UNDER FERPA OF STUDENT RIGHTS CONCERNING
EDUCATION RECORDS AND DIRECTORY INFORMATION
13
DIRECTORY INFORMATION NON-DISCLOSURE FORM
14
ELLA BAKER/CHARLES ROMAIN CHILD CENTER
14
ACADEMIC INTEGRITY
15
DEGREE PROGRAMS
16
GRADING SYSTEM
18
EDUCATIONAL COSTS
19
MISCELLANEOUS FEES and CHARGES
20
PAYMENT OPTIONS
21
OFFICE OF FINANCIAL AID INFORMATION
23
POLICY AGAINST SEXUAL HARASSMENT
30
COURSE GRID
32
TO VIEW UPDATED COURSE LISTING
33
DIRECTIONS TO THE COLLEGE
34
CAMPUS MAP
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OFFICE HOURS AND BUILDING LOCATIONS
The following hours apply to the offices listed:
Office of Admissions
Location 1637 Bedford Avenue
Room S120
Monday - Thursday
9:00am – 6:00pm
Financial Aid
Location 1637 Bedford Avenue
Room S108
Monday – Thursday
9:00am – 6:00pm
Registrar
Location 1637 Bedford Avenue
Room S301
Monday – Thursday
9:00am – 6:00pm
Bursar - Cashier
Location 1637 Bedford Avenue
Room S308
Monday- Thursday
9:00am – 6:00pm
Bursar - Student Accounts
Location 1637 Bedford Avenue
Room S308A
Monday- Thursday
9:00am – 6:00pm
Library Services
Location 1650 Bedford Avenue
Monday-Thursday
Monday-Thursday
Friday
Saturday/Sunday
Office of Academic Affairs
Location 1650 Bedford Avenue
Room 3010
Monday-Thursday
9:00am – 6:00pm
Testing Center
Location 1150 Carroll St
Room C-311
Monday- Thursday
9:00am – 6:00pm
AB1
S
B
C
ENY
(Circulation)
(Study Hall)
9:00am – 6:00pm
9:00pm – 6:00pm
Closed
Closed
1638 BEDFORD AVENUE (BETWEEN CARROLL & CROWN STREETS)
1637 BEDFORD AVENUE (BETWEEN CARROLL & CROWN STREETS)
1650 BEDFORD AVENUE (BETWEEN CROWN & MONTGOMERY STREETS)
1150 CARROLL STREET (BETWEEN ROGERS & NOSTRAND AVENUES)
EAST NEW YORK (GERSHWIN JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL, 800 VAN SICLEN AVENUE)
ROOMS: ROOM NUMBERS ARE PRECEDED BY A LETTER THAT IDENTIFIES THE BUILDING WHERE THE CLASS IS HELD.
PORTABLE (LOT TO THE SIDE OF 1150 CARROLL STREET)
P
M
MEZZANINE (1150 CARROLL STREET BUILDING)
O
OFF CAMPUS
ENY
EAST NEW YORK
800 VAN SICLEN AVENUE, BROOKLYN, NY 11207 (CORNER OF LINDEN BLVD.)
(TAKE #3 TO VAN SICLEN, WALK 2 BLOCKS TOWARDS LINDEN BLVD. OR #3 TO PENNSYLVANIA AVENUE, THEN TAKE #83 BUS TO
LINDEN BLVD.)
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*During the Summer the Offices are closed on Fridays
SUMMER 2016 ACADEMIC CALENDAR
SESSION I
MONTH
APRIL
DATE
4
DAY(S)
MONDAY
EVENT
REGISTRATION OF CONTINUING STUDENTS and READMITS
MAY
MAY
11
11
WEDNESDAY
WEDNESDAY
MAY
MAY
MAY
30
31
31
MONDAY
TUESDAY
TUESDAY
LAST DAY TO FILE FOR SUMMER 2016 READMITS
LAST DAY TO FILE FOR SUMMER 2016 NON-DEGREE
ADMISSIONS (FOR STUDENTS IN GOOD ACADEMIC STANDING)
MEMORIAL DAY/COLLEGE CLOSED
LAST DAY FOR 100% TUITION REFUND
LAST DAY TO DROP CLASSES VIA CUNYFIRST FOR 100% TUITION REFUND
JUNE
1
WEDNESDAY
JUNE
2
THURSDAY
JUNE
JUNE
3
6
FRIDAY
MONDAY
JUNE
JUNE
JUNE
7
15
23
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
JULY
JULY
4
6
MONDAY
WEDNESDAY
JULY
8
FRIDAY
FIRST DAY OF CLASSES
LATE REGISTRATION - $25 FEE IMPOSED
PROGRAM CHANGE PERIOD-$18 FEE IMPOSED
PROGRAM CHANGES CONTINUED-$18 FEE IMPOSED
LAST DAY TO ADD CLASSES
FIRST DAY TO FILE FOR PASS/FAIL APPLICATION
LAST DAY FOR 50% TUITION REFUND
LAST DAY FOR 25% TUITION REFUND
FIRST DAY TO FILE FOR AUGUST 2016 GRADUATION
LAST DAY TO FILE/SUBMIT PASS/FAIL APPLICATION
FIRST DAY TO DROP COURSES WITH ‘W’ GRADE
60% CENSUS DATE
LAST DAY TO DROP COURSE(S) WITH 'W' GRADE
INDEPENDENCE DAY-COLLEGE CLOSED
LAST DAY OF CLASSES/FINAL EXAMS SCHEDULED
LAST DAY TO FILE FOR AUGUST 2016 GRADUATION
FINAL GRADES DUE TO THE REGISTRAR
DATES AND FEES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE
02/17/2016
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SUMMER 2016 ACADEMIC CALENDAR
SESSION II
MONTH
APRIL
DATE
4
DAY(S)
MONDAY
EVENT
REGISTRATION OF CONTINUING STUDENTS and READMITS
MAY
MAY
11
11
WEDNESDAY
WEDNESDAY
LAST DAY TO FILE FOR SUMMER 2016 READMITS
LAST DAY TO FILE FOR SUMMER 2016 NON-DEGREE
ADMISSIONS (FOR STUDENTS IN GOOD ACADEMIC STANDING)
MAY
30
MONDAY
MEMORIAL DAY/COLLEGE CLOSED
JUNE
6
MONDAY
FIRST DAY TO FILE FOR AUGUST 2016 GRADUATION
JULY
6
WEDNESDAY
JULY
JULY
JULY
4
10
11
MONDAY
SUNDAY
MONDAY
JULY
12
TUESDAY
JULY
JULY
13
18
WEDNESDAY
MONDAY
JULY
JULY
JULY
19
27
28
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
LAST DAY TO FILE FOR AUGUST 2016 GRADUATION
LAST DAY FOR 100% TUITION REFUND
INDEPENDENCE DAY-COLLEGE CLOSED
LAST DAY TO DROP CLASSES VIA CUNYFIRST FOR 100% TUITION REFUND
FIRST DAY OF CLASSES
LATE REGISTRATION - $25 FEE IMPOSED
PROGRAM CHANGE PERIOD-$18 FEE IMPOSED
PROGRAM CHANGES CONTINUED-$18 FEE IMPOSED
LAST DAY TO ADD CLASSES
FIRST DAY TO FILE FOR PASS/FAIL APPLICATION
LAST DAY FOR 50% TUITION REFUND
LAST DAY FOR 25% TUITION REFUND
LAST DAY TO FILE/SUBMIT PASS/FAIL APPLICATION
FIRST DAY TO DROP COURSES WITH ‘W’ GRADE
60% CENSUS DATE
LAST DAY TO DROP COURSE(S) WITH 'W' GRADE
AUGUST
AUGUST
11
14
THURSDAY
SUNDAY
LAST DAY OF CLASSES/FINAL EXAMS SCHEDULED
FINAL GRADES DUE TO THE REGISTRAR
DATES AND FEES - SUBJECT TO CHANGE
02/17/2016
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EXECUTIVE OFFICES
OFFICE
President
Sr. Vice President & Provost
Sr. Vice President & Chief Operating Officer
Vice President of Student Affairs
Assistant Vice President of Communications
& External Relations
Assistant Vice President of Facilities Mgmt.,
Campus Planning & Operation
Dean, Faculty & Staff Rel. /Counsel to President
Dean, School of Business
Dean, School of Liberal Arts & Education
Dean, School of Science, Health & Technology
Dean, School of Professional & Community Prgms
Dean, Student Affairs
Chief Information Officer
ADMINISTRATOR
ROOM
B3009
B3010
B3005A
S306
C400
5000
5010
5026
6174
6901
Mr. Donovan Allen
CM19
6238
Mr. Gary Johnson
Dr. Jo-Ann Rolle
Dr. George Irish (Interim)
Dr. Mohsin Patwary
Dr. Simone Rodriguez-Dorestant
(Interim)
Dr. Derreck Skeete
Mr. Praveen Panchal (Interim)
B3009
B2015
B1032C
AB1-406
1534 Bedford Ave
5000
5117
4932
6217
718-804-8805
B3010
AB1-C06
5039
6131
Dr. Rudolph F. Crew
Dr. Augustine Okereke
Mr. Jerald Posman
Dr. Evelyn Castro (Interim)
VACANT
270+EXT.
ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES
OFFICE
Admissions
Affirmative Action
Athletics
Budget
Bursar
Comptroller
Continuing Education / External Programs
Corporate / Foundation Relations
CUNY Testing
Enrollment Management
External Relations
Financial Aid
Government / Community Relations
Health Services
Human Resources
Information Technology
Institutional Research & Assessment
Internal Control Officer
Learning Center
Registrar
Research & Sponsored Programs
Security / Public Safety
Services for the Differently Abled
Academic Advisement Center
Student Life Activities
ADMINISTRATOR
Ms. Shannon Clarke-Anderson
Dr. Sylvia Kinard
Ms. Renee Bostic
Mr. Charles Coleman
Ms. Thais Pilieri
VACANT
Mr. George Rosales
Ms. Sharon Michel
Mr. Jeffrey Sigler
Ms. Valerie Acham
Mr. Nigel Thompson
Mr. Gbubemi Okotieuro
Ms. Kathy Phillips-Harding
Ms. Tanya Isaacs
VACANT
Dr. Eva Chan
VACANT
Mr. Michael Chance
Ms. Tatiana Mejic
Mr. Chi Koon
Mr. Victor Stevens
Mr. Anthony Phifer
Mr. Jason Pelosi
Ms. Amani Reece
ROOM
270+EXT.
S120
B3005
CP21
C200
S308
5143
6936
6071
6151
6095
C111A
6400
C311
S301
C400G
S108
C400
S217
C113
AB1-C06
C314
C210
C310
S301
C320
AB1-C17
B1024
S219
S212
4835
4966
5024
6136
6978
6075
6910
6064
6487
6110
5136
6040
6107
6069
5027
5170
6050
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SCHOOLS AND DEPARTMENTS
ROOM
270+EXT.
Dr. Jo-Ann Rolle
Dr. Rosemary Williams, Chair
Dr. Evelyn Maggio, Chair
Dr. Adesina Fadairo, Chair
Dr. Emmanuel Egbe, Chair
Dr. Wallace Ford, Chair
B2015T
B2032V
B2032J
B2015B
B2015F
B2015L
5110
5104
5122
5115
5071
5070
Dr. George Irish (Interim)
Dr. Donna Wright , Chair
Dr. Brenda Greene, Chair
Dr. Maria-Luisa Ruiz, Chair
Dr. Clinton Crawford, Chair
B1032A
B1007
B1015
B2032M
B1015S
4987
4910
5135
6247
5140
Dr. Gary Seay, Chair
Dr. Ethan Gologor, Chair
Dr. Owen Brown, Chair
B1007P
B1032J
B1032R
4947
4852
5045
Dr. Mohsin Patwary
Dr. Anthony Udeogalanya, Chair
Dr. Terrence Blackman, Chair
Dr. Georgia McDuffie, Chair
Dr. Wilbert Hope, Chair
AB1-406
AB1-306E
AB1-L08E
AB1-213
AB1-506E
6217
6213
6417
6222
6453
SCHOOL OF BUSINESS
Dean
Department of Accounting
Department of Business Administration
Department of Computer Information Systems
Department of Economics and Finance
Department of Public Administration
SCHOOL OF LIBERAL ARTS AND EDUCATION
Dean
Department of Education
Department of English
Department of Foreign Languages
Department of Mass Communication,
Creative & Performing Arts & Speech
Department of Philosophy & Religion
Department of Psychology
Department of Social & Behavioral Science
SCHOOL OF SCIENCE, HEALTH AND TECHNOLOGY
Dean
Department of Biology
Department of Mathematics
Department of Nursing
Department of Physical Science,
Environmental & Computer Science
LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SERVICES
Chief Librarian
Information Services: Coordinator
1. Reference Desk
2. Access Services
a) Circulation Desk
b) Reserves (Hard copy/Electronic)
Acquisitions & Collection Development
Cataloging
Information Literacy Instruction
Information Systems
Interlibrary Loan
Media Services
Serials
Special Collections/Archives
Mr. David Orenstein
Prof. Karl Madden
Prof. Karl Madden
Prof. Karl Madden
Ms. Octavia Ealey
Ms. Ida Bazan
Prof. Ching Chang
VACANT
Prof. Alexei Oulanov
Mr. Qingguo Huang
Prof. Ben Franz
Prof. Ching Chang
Prof. Yelena Novitskaya
ROOM
B2040
B1038D
B1038D
B1038D
B1035A
B1038A
B2037
B2036D
B2047
270+EXT.
4883
4997/4802
4802
4873
4884
4816
4865
4877/4815
4834/4873
4867
4874
4869
4875
4881/4889
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PROGRAM DIRECTORS
OFFICE
Academic Transformation and Success
Alumni Association
Caribbean Research Center
Career Management Services
Center for Law and Social Justice
College Now & Affiliated Campus Schools
COPE
Counseling Services
Ella Baker Child Care Center
Evening and Weekend Programs
Liberty Partnership Program
Male Development Center
Beta Academy
Women’s Center
ADMINISTRATOR
Ms. Rose Banton
Mr. Valerie Acham
VACANT
Ms. Deborah Young
Dr. Esmeralda Simmons
Ms. Nicole Berry
Ms. Kimberly Banks
Dr. JoAnn Joyner
Ms. Janet McIntosh
Ms. Yvette Wall
Ms. Shawn Anderson
Mr. Larry Martin
Ms. Julanne L. Reid
VACANT
ROOM
270+EXT.
S220
C400G
6032
5024
S302
1534 Bedford Ave
S201
1534 Bedford Ave
B1005
C107
C317
1534 Bedford Ave
C304
1534 Bedford Ave
CM7
6055
718-804-8893
6413
718-804-8876
4832
6019
4894
718-804-8853
6405
718-804-8841
5022
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DEPARTMENT OF S.E.E.K./SPECIAL PROGRAMS
Chair
SEEK Financial Aid Coordinator
Counseling Coordinator
Counselor
Counselor
Academic Support Coordinator
Administrative Assistant
ADMINISTRATOR
Ms. Sherrill-Ann Mason (Interim)
VACANT
Ms. Jewel C. James
Ms. Alexis McLean-McKessey
Ms. Yvanne Joseph
VACANT
Ms. Anita Walker-Rodriguez
ROOM
S203
S110
S205D
S205C
S205B
C221
S203D
270+EXT.
4973
6138
4972
4961
4967
4974
4970
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OTHER OFF-SITE PROGRAMS
Medgar Evers College
Middle College High School
Dr. Michael Wiltshire
Principal
703-5400
Medgar Evers College
at East New York
Email:
Ms. Carola Durrant
800 Van Siclen Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11207
cdurrant@mec.cuny.edu or enycampus@mec.cuny.edu;
270-5087
Medgar Evers College
at East New York
Email:
Mr. Joseph Pientek
800 Van Siclen Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11207
jpientek@mec.cuny
270-5088
Adafi Newspaper
General Information
270-6436
270-4900
Security Desk Emergency Number (‘AB1’ Building)
Security Desk Emergency Number (Carroll Building)
Security Desk Emergency Number (‘S’ Building)
270-1900
270-6003
270-5030
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ACADEMIC ADVISMENT CENTER (AAC)
(718) 270-5170
HOURS :
Mondays- Thursdays
Fridays
9 :00am – 6 :00pm
CLOSED
ALL CONTINUING STUDENTS ARE TO MAKE AN APPT TO BE SEEN BY AN ACADEMIC ADVISORS
Advisors
Caseload by Name
Julie Augustin
Rose Banton
Dorothy Beatty
Georgette Brown
Jamell Brady
Aderinsola Gilbert
Jemma St. Lawrence
Richard Calder
Rhonda Williams
Solwazi Olusola
Kirt Robinson
A – An
Ao – Bur
Bus- Del
Dem- Ge
Gf- Ir
Is- Lev
Lew- Mr
Ms-Ram
Ran-Sn
So- Wh
Wi-Z
Phone 718.270.+ ext.
5082
6032
4856
5014
6029
6279
6056
6237
5149
4917
5125
ALL EDUCATION MAJORS
1650 Bedford Ave
Room B1007
All Education Majors
Dr. Alicia Collins- Dennis
4991
Academic Appeals, Petitions and Probation Services are handled in the Academic Advisment Office located
in Room S220.
*Items on this page are subject to change.
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FRESHMAN YEAR PROGRAM
Dr. Zulema Blair, Director
1637 Bedford Ave- Room 220
fyp@mec.cuny.edu
718.270.4960
ADVISORS
ROOM
PHONE (718) 270- EXT
Dr. Jane Alexander
220
4963
Mr. Cory Brown
220
4968
Ms. Deborah Charles
220
4969
Ms. Keisha Graham
220
5072
Dr. Lystra Huggins
220
4971
Ms. Rita Leocal
220
4962
Dr. Gerald White-Davis
220
4964
Medgar Evers College is pleased to have a Freshman Year Program (FYP) replete with faculty members who are prepared to
assist you with your scheduling tasks, academic needs and orientation to the College and University according to your pre-collegial
academic record. Your pre-collegial academic record includes the CUNY Assessment Test (CAT), the Caribbean Secondary Education
Certificate (CSEC) scores, your Advanced Placement (AP), International (IB), Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT), the American College Test
(ACT), and/ or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) exams.
Some of you have been fortunate enough to begin college level work upon entrance. Others depending on your CUNY ACT
scores are in need of developmental courses prior to taking college-level courses. This will not and should not hold you back! With
the help of your Freshman advisor and additional academic resources, you will be able to conquer this material in a very short period
of time.
The Freshman Year Program provides a comprehensive guide to being successful in college as well as a foundation to a
particular area of study or concentration. It is meant to assist students in developing the necessary drive and skill set to transition
from high school to college and complete their course of study in a timely manner.
The following steps are a guide to assist you in preparing for Freshman Year:
1) Preparing prior to and adequately for the CAT by using the online resources located at:
http://www.cuny.edu/academics/testing/cuny-assessment-tests.html.
2) Enrolling in the necessary credit-bearing courses per the General Education Curriculum and your major.
3) Attending all advisement sessions with freshman faculty and peer advisors.
4) Completing Summer and Winter Immersion Programs, if necessary.
5) Attending all tutorials designed to assist you in exiting developmental courses via labs, the Learning and/or Writing
Center.
6) Participating in extra and co-curricular activities that will enhance your social involvement in college life.
COUNSELING SERVICES
Counseling Services are available to help students cope with academic, career, and personal challenges, which may interfere with
their ability to achieve academic success and actualize their human potential. Crisis intervention/management, referral and followup services are also available. College Counselors foster special one-to-one relationships with students in a confidential
environment. Please refer to the below information for assistance.
Counselors are available on a walk-in or appointment basis
Director, Counseling
School of Liberal Arts and Education
School of Science, Health and Technology
DR. JOANN JOYNER-GRAHAM
DR. JOANN JOYNER-GRAHAM
MAKEBA PINDER
B1005D
B1005D
B1005B
270-4832
270-4832
270-4994
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NOTIFICATION UNDER FERPA OF STUDENT RIGHTS CONCERNING EDUCATION RECORDS AND DIRECTORY
INFORMATION
The Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) affords students certain rights with respect to their education records. See
Section ‘6’ below on your right to prevent the disclosure of directory information. The FERPA rights of students are:
(1) The right to inspect and review your education records.
Students should submit to the registrar, dean, head of the academic department, or other appropriate official, written
requests that identify the record(s) they wish to inspect. If the records are not maintained by the college official to whom
the request was submitted, that official shall advise the student of the correct official to whom the request should be
addressed.
All requests shall be granted or denied in writing within 45 days of receipt. If the request is granted, you will be notified of
the time and place where the records may be inspected. If the request is denied or not responded to within 45 days, you
may appeal to the college’s FERPA appeals office. Additional information regarding the appeal procedures will be provided
to you if a request is denied.
(2) The right to request the amendment of the student’s education records that the student believes is inaccurate or
misleading.
You may ask the college to amend a record that you believe is inaccurate or misleading. You should write to the college
official responsible for the record, clearly identify the part of the record you want changed, and specify why it is inaccurate
or misleading.
If the college decides not to amend the record as requested by you, the college will notify you of the decision and advise you of your
right to a hearing before the college’s FERPA appeals officer regarding the request for amendment. Additional information
regarding the hearing procedures will be provided to you when notified of your right to a hearing.
(3) The right to consent to disclosure of personally identifiable information contained in your education records, except to the
extent that FERPA authorizes disclosure with out consent.
One exception which permits disclosure without consent is disclosure to college officials with legitimate educational
interests. A college official is a person employed by the university in an administrative, supervisory, academic or research,
or support staff position; a person or company with whom the University has contracted; a person serving on the Board of
Trustees; or a student serving on an official committee, such as a disciplinary or grievance committee, or assisting another
college official in performing his or her tasks.
A college official has a legitimate educational interest if access is reasonably necessary in order to perform his/her instructional,
research, administrative or other duties and responsibilities.
Upon request, the college discloses education records without consent to officials of another college or school in which a student
seeks or intends to enroll.
(4) You may appeal the alleged denial of FERPA rights to the: General Counsel and Vice Chancellor for Legal Affairs, The City
th
University of New York, 535 East 80 Street, New York, New York 10075.
(5) The right to file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Education concerning alleged failures by the college to comply
with the requirements of FERPA. The name and address of the Office that administers FERPA is: Family Policy Compliance
Office, U.S. Department of Education, 400 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20202-5920.
(6) The college will make the following ‘directory information’ concerning current and former students available to those
parties having a legitimate interest in the information: name, attendance dates (periods of enrollment), address,
telephone number, date and place of birth, photograph, e-mail address, full or part-time status, enrollment status
(undergraduate, graduate, etc.), level of education (credits) completed, major field of study, degree pursuing, participation
in officially recognized activities and sports, height and weight of athletic team members, previous school attended, and
degrees, honors and awards received. By filing a form with the Registrar’s Office, you may request that any or all of this
directory information not be released without your prior written consent. This form is available in the Registrar’s Office
(S301) and may be filed, withdrawn, or modified at any time.
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CUNY Office of General Counsel - February, 2009
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REQUEST TO PREVENT DISCLOSURE
OF DIRECTORY INFORMATION
To: All Students:
The items listed below are designated as “Directory Information” and may be released for any purpose at the discretion
of our institution.
Under the provisions of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974, as Amended, you have the right to
withhold the disclosure of the “Directory Information” listed below:
Please consider very carefully the consequences of any decision by you to withhold “Directory Information”. Should you
decide to inform the institution not to release this “Directory Information,” any future requests for such information
from non-institutional persons or organizations will be refused.
“Directory Information” as defined by Medgar Evers College:
Name, address, telephone number, electronic mail address, photograph, major field of study, dates of attendance, date
and place of birth, degrees and awards received, enrolled status, year or date of expected graduation, height and weight
of members of athletic teams, participation in officially recognized activities and sports, degrees, honors and the most
recent educational agency or institution attended by the student.
I understand the above statement and agree that I wish no directory information be released on my behalf to anyone for
any reason.
Print Name __________________________________
SS# ______________________________
Email Address _______________________________
Contact # __________________________
Student Signature _____________________________ Date ______________________________
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CUNY Office of General Counsel - February 2009
Ella Baker/Charles Romain Child Development Center
The campus-based Child Care Program provides a Universal Pre-k, pre-school and an after-school program that meet the needs of
both the child and the student parent. The program is licensed by the New York City Department of Health Bureau of Day Care and
the New York City Department of Health Division of Day Care After School Programs for children 3-12 years old. The program runs
on a flexible registration system. Parents register their children based on their college schedule. The program offers an integrated
curriculum, which focuses on the overall development of each child via learning through play.
OFFICE HOURS - Monday – Thursday 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday
CLOSED
CLASSROOM HOURS:
Monday – Thursday 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday –
Closed
TUITION - The fee charged is based upon the cost per child rate. Subsidized rates are available.
STAFF - The Director and teachers are certified in early childhood education. The assistant teachers have a minimum of a high
school diploma and must also have credits toward an Associate degree or training in early childhood.
REGISTRATION - The center operates on a flexible registration system. Parents register their children based upon their college
schedule. There is a $20 non-refundable registration fee at the time of registration. Parent must be currently enrolled as a MEC
student. Original bursar's receipt must be shown. All children must be toilet trained. A copy of the child's birth certificate and
immunization records are required. Originals must be shown.
NO CHILD WILL BE ALLOWED TO START THE PROGRAM WITHOUT A COMPLETED MEDICAL FORM.
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CUNY POLICY ON ACADEMIC INTEGRITY
(as adopted by The Board of Trustees on June 28, 2004)
Academic Dishonesty is prohibited in The City University of New York and is punishable by penalties, including failing
grades, suspension, and expulsion. Examples of Academic Dishonesty include:
Cheating - the unauthorized use or attempted use of material, information, notes, study aids,
devices or communication during an academic exercise.
Plagiarism - the act of presenting another person’s ideas, research or writings as your own.
Internet plagiarism - submitting downloaded term papers or parts of term papers,
paraphrasing or copying information from the internet without citing the source, and “cutting &
pasting” from various sources without proper attribution.
Obtaining Unfair Advantage - any activity that intentionally or unintentionally gives a student
an unfair advantage in his/her academic work over another student.
Falsification of Records and Official Documents
Further information may be obtained from the Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs, room S306, or can be
reviewed on the CUNY website at www.cuny.edu
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IMMUNIZATION INFORMATION
1. As a result of State Public Health Law 2165, the University has instituted procedures requiring ALL students born
after December 31, 1956, who are registered for six or more credits/equivalent credits, to submit proof of two
immunization doses against Measles, and one dose each against Mumps and Rubella. Continuing students must satisfy
the immunization requirements in order to register. New students have up to 30 days from the submission of the first
shot to complete all requirements. Failure to do so will result in: a) Dismissal from class and a WA grade placed on their
transcript; b) Loss of Financial Aid (student will be responsible for the semester's tuition payment); and, c) No final
grades issued.
Part-time students (less than 6 credits) who are permitted to register will be monitored by the college to assure that
they do not exceed the 5.9 credit limit. Students permitted to register with partial proof of immunization will be bound
by the existing tuition refund and/or liability dates. The Offices of Academic Affairs and Student Affairs will issue
guidelines concerning this matter.
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2. As a result of New York State Public Health Law Section 2167 (a new law as of August 15, 2003), all post-secondary
institutions, including all colleges and universities, are required to distribute information about meningococcal disease
(commonly referred to as meningitis) and the meningococcal vaccine. This law also requires the College to collect from
every student, who is registered for at least six (6) units (or equivalent), a response form that states that he/she either:
has received the information about meningococcal disease and the meningococcal vaccine and obtained the vaccine
within the last 10 years; OR, has received the information about meningococcal disease and the meningococcal vaccine
and has decided to not obtain the vaccine.
You are not required to obtain the meningococcal vaccine. However, you must complete, sign, and return the
Meningococcal Meningitis Response Form to the College Health Office, room S217, between the hours of 9:00 am-5:00
pm. Monday through Fridays, except Wednesdays, between the hours of 9:00 a.m. - 6:45 pm. If you choose not to
obtain the vaccine at this time and decide at a later date to obtain the vaccine, you may provide the College with a
revised response form at any time.
NYS Public Health Law Section 2167 prohibits the College from permitting any student to attend the College for more
than 30 days without complying with this law.
The College does not offer meningococcal vaccine services through the campus Health Service Center. However,
students who would like to receive the vaccine should consult with their primary care physician or a travelers’ clinic.
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DEGREE PROGRAMS - MAJORS and MINORS
SCHOOL OF BUSINESS
B.S.
B.S.
B.S.
Business
Accounting
Public Administration; with concentrations in:
 Criminal Justice Administration
 International Administration
 Non-Profit Administration
 Public Policy
 Urban Administration
B.S.
Computer Information Systems; with concentrations in:
 System Analysis and Design
 Network Systems Management
B.P.S. Applied Management; with concentrations in:
 Business Service Management
 Social Service Administration
 Health Services Administration
A.S.
Public Administration
A.S.
Business Administration
A.A.S. Computer Applications
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SCHOOL OF SCIENCE,
HEALTH AND TECHNOLOGY B.S.
Minors:
Chemistry
Computer Science
B.S.N.
B.S.
B.S.
B.S.
A.S.
A.A.S.
A.S.
Certificate
Biology
Nursing
Computer Science
Mathematical Sciences
Environmental Science
Science
Nursing
Computer Sciences
Practical Nursing
Environmental Science
Earth System Science
Physics
Space Science
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DEGREE PROGRAMS - MAJORS and MINORS (Continued)
SCHOOL OF LIBERAL ARTS
AND EDUCATION
B.A.
B.A.
B.A.
B.S.
B.A.
B.A.
B.A.
A.A.
A.A.
Minors:
Early Childhood Intervention
English Literature
English Writing
English; with concentrations in:
 Cross Cultural Literature
 Creative Writing
 Professional Writing
Psychology
Liberal Studies; with concentrations in:
 Geography
 History
 Political Science
Social Work; with concentrations in:
 Child Welfare
 Gerontology
 Substance Abuse
Childhood Education; with concentrations in:
 English
 Mathematics
 Psychology
 Science
 Social Science
Special Education & Childhood Education; with concentrations in:
 English
 Mathematics
 Psychology
 Science

Social Science
Special Education & Early Childhood Education; with concentrations in:
 English
 Mathematics
 Psychology
 Science
 Social Science
Teacher Education
Liberal Arts; with concentrations in:
 English Studies
 Foreign Languages
 Mass Communications Creative
 Psychology
 Social Sciences
Fine Arts
Music Technology
Social Welfare
Spanish
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GRADING SYSTEM
At the end of each course, the instructor assigns grades to students. The following quality point grading system is used:
QUALITY POINTS PER CREDIT
Symbols
A+
A
AB+
B
BC+
C
D+
D
DF
NC
97.0
93.0
90.0
87.1
83.0
80.0
77.0
70.0
67.1
63.0
60.0
0.0
-100
- 96.9
- 92.9
- 89.9
- 87.0
- 82.9
- 79.9
- 76.9
- 69.9
- 67.0
- 62.9
- 59.9
INDEX
4.0
4.0
3.7
3.3
3.0
2.7
2.3
2.0
1.3
1.0
0.7
0.0
INC
FIN
AUD
Z
P
R
W
WA
WF
*WN
WU
PEN
Definitions
Exceptional
Excellent
Outstanding
Very Good
Good
Good
Satisfactory
Satisfactory
Passing
Passing
Passing
Failure/Unsuccessful completion of course
No credit granted
Semesters' work is Incomplete
INC converted to F
Audit
0.0
0.0
0.0
0.0
0.0
0.0
0.0
0.0
Grade Pending
Pass/credits counted
Course must be repeated
Withdrew officially
Administrative withdrawal (Incomplete Immunization)
Official withdrawal with failure (discontinued eff. FALL 2011)
Withdrawal (Never attended)
Withdrew unofficially (Students who attended at least once)
Academic Integrity
Pass/Fail Grade Agreement
A student may elect to receive a 'P' or 'F' grade in any elective and must obtain approval from the instructor within the first four
weeks of the semester. A student may not complete more than 6 credits with a 'P' grade within the first 60 credits, and may not
complete more than 12 credits with a 'P' grade within the total baccalaureate program. The Pass/Fail Grade Agreement forms may
be obtained from the Registrar’s Office.
A Pass/Fail grade may not be requested within the major without the approval of the Departmental Chairperson, who may also limit
the number of pass/fail courses taken. Once this option has been selected, it is irreversible.
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TUITION AND FEE SCHEDULE
TUITION AND FEES FOR 2015-2016 ACADEMIC YEAR*
Effective FALL 2015, tuition costs vary, depending on whether students are full-time (carrying 12 or more credits per semester) or
part-time (carrying fewer than 12 credits per semester), whether they are New York State or out-of-state residents. A New York
State resident attending MEC must file a certificate of residence with the college, in order to pay the lower New York State tuition
fee. These certificates are available at county offices throughout the state.
NEW YORK STATE RESIDENTS
OUT-OF- STATE RESIDENTS
FULL-TIME STUDENTS
$3165 PER SEMESTER*
$560 PER CREDIT*
PART-TIME STUDENTS
$275 PER CREDIT*
$560 PER CREDIT*
NON-DEGREE STUDENTS
$400 PER CREDIT*
$840 PER CREDIT*
SENIOR CITIZEN FEES
$65.00 PER SEMESTER
$65.00 PER SEMESTER
STUDENT ACTIVITY FEES
$35.85 PER SEMESTER
$35.85 PER SEMESTER
TECHNOLOGY FEES
$125.00 each semester-full-time students
$125.00 each semester-full-time students
TECHNOLOGY FEES
$62.50 each semester-part-time students
$62.50 each semester-part-time students
(12 TO 18 CREDITS)
*effective FALL 2015
Definition of Terms Pertaining to Tuition and Fees
1. New York State Resident—A resident student is one who has had his or her principal place of abode in New York State for
a period of at least twelve consecutive months immediately preceding the first day of classes for the semester for which
the residency determination is made, and states his or her intention to live permanently and maintain his or her principal
place of abode in New York State.
2. Full Time (Undergraduate)—A student who is enrolled for 12 or more credits or the equivalent.
3. Part Time (Undergraduate)—A student who is enrolled for fewer than 12 credits or the equivalent.
4. Activity Fee—The Activity Fee is paid by all students each semester in which they register for courses. It covers the use of the
library, campus facilities, free admission to social and cultural events,
Special Fees
Late registration—$25 beginning the first day of the term.
Program changes—$18 for adding a course. A student who adds and drops a course at the same time must pay the $18 fee. The fee
will cover all additions made at one time by telephone, online, or in person.
Accelerated Study Fee—For in-state resident students exceeding 18 degree credits:
18.5–20 credits
$100
20.5–22 credits
$230
22.5–24 credits
$460
24.5 credits or more
$690
IMPORTANT NOTICE:
IF YOU HAVE ALREADY GRADUATED WITH A BACHELOR’S DEGREE FROM MEDGAR EVERS COLLEGE AND HAVE REGISTERED FOR
ADDITIONAL COURSES, YOUR TUITION IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE TO THE NON-DEGREE RATE.
*Tuition charges appearing in any of the college's catalogs/bulletins as well as all registration material issued by the college are
subject to change by action of the Board of Trustees at any time. In the event of any increase in the tuition amount, payments
already made will be treated as partial payments. Notification will be given to the student of the additional money due and the
required date of payment.
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MISCELLANEOUS FEES AND CHARGES
Application
$65.00* (non-refundable)
Admission fee for freshmen & non-degree students,
with the exception of Senior Citizens
$70.00*
Undergraduate transfer students
Readmission
$20.00
Late Registration
$25.00* (non-refundable)
Charged after the specified registration period
CUNY Consolidated Fees
$15.00* (non-refundable)
All students, including non-degree students and senior
citizens, are required to pay this fee
Senior Citizens
$65.00
Program Changes
$18.00*
Insufficient Funds
$30.00
Transcript Request
$7.00*
(non-refundable)
Students who were absent from college for (1) one or
more semesters (except senior citizens)
Charge levied for returned checks
(non-refundable)
each (except for copies going to other CUNY colleges for
which there is no charge) provided there are no stops
for the first make-up exam and $5 for each additional exam
Totaling a maximum of $25 a semester
Make-up Exams
$15.00
(non-refundable)
Special Examinations
$25.00
(non-refundable)
Duplicate ID Card
$10.00
(non-refundable)
Duplicate Diploma
$30.00
(non-refundable)
Duplicate Bill
$5.00
(non-refundable)
Student Activity
$35.85
(non-refundable)
Effective date July 1, 1997
All students are required to pay this fee
(does not include the $15.00 CUNY consolidated fee)
Library Fines (Overdue Books)
General circulation 25¢ per day, including days on
which the Library is closed, to a maximum of the current
price of the item.
Damaged Books
The student must pay any overdue fines up to and
including the date the item is reported as being damaged;
additionally an amount to be determined by the nature and
extent of the damage not to exceed the current price of
the item; plus a processing charge of $10.
Lost items
The student must pay a $10 processing charge in
addition to the current price of the item.
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Payment Options
To Pay Online:
Log in to your CUNYfirst account.
Go to Self Service > Student Center.
In the Finances section, click on Account Inquiry.
On the Account Summary page, select the MAKE A PAYMENT option
To Pay in Person:
Go to the cashiering stations located at S-308, accepted forms of payment are cash and money order. Credit cards are no longer
accepted in person.
To Pay by the Nelnet Tuition Payment Plan:
Log into your CUNYFirst
Go to Self-Service Student Center Finances
Select Enroll/Manage Payment Plan.
If additional assistance is need contact Nelnet at 888.470.6014.
To Pay with Financial Aid:
Apply by filling out a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and a Tuition Assistance Program (TAP) form. For additional
information contact the Financial Aid Office at (718)270.6141 or visit their office.
To Pay by Tuition Waivers and Third-party Contracts:
You must submit payment by waiver or third-party voucher to the cashiers at S-308 by your tuition payment due date. Waivers and
vouchers submitted after this date may not be accepted.
The college does not send a paper bill to your home. All bills are available online.
Policies and Guidelines
Dropping and Withdrawing
Tuition charges are based on registration; students are responsible for tuition charges notwithstanding attendance, completion and
or grades for registered courses.
It is not guaranteed that classes associated with an unpaid balance are automatically cancelled. Students are responsible for
dropping their courses if they are unable to attend and/or pay for registered courses. Courses dropped by students on and after the
first official day of the semester will incur tuition liability charges.
Students who withdraw from courses are a 100% liable for all tuition charges related to that course. In addition, withdrawing from
courses could affect financial aid awards and eligibility. Students should consult with a financial aid counselor before withdrawing
from classes to determine if a financial obligation will incur.
Course Cancellation
The Office of the Bursar reserves the right to cancel courses for students who do not satisfy their tuition payment by their due date.
All students whose classes are cancelled by Bursar due to non-payment have the opportunity to re-register; however, there is no
guarantee students will be able to re-register for the same courses cancelled as registration is filled on a first-come basis.
Outstanding Balances and Stops
A Bursar stop is place on a student record if payment is not satisfied by the payment due date. A Bursar stop prevents a student
from being able to register for courses at ALL CUNY schools, obtain or access transcripts and enrollment verification and view
grades. Bursar stops will only be lifted once the outstanding balance is paid in full. Students in arrears six months or more will be
forwarded to a third party collection agency.
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STATEMENT OF NONDISCRIMINATION
Medgar Evers College is an equal opportunity and affirmative action institution. The College does not discriminate on
the basis of age, sexual orientation, religion, race, color, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran or marital status in
its student admissions, employment, access to programs, and administration of education policies.
Medgar Evers College, as a unit of The City University of New York, adheres to all federal, state, and local laws and
administration of education policies.
Mr. Anthony Phifer is the Coordinator of Services for the Differently-abled and the 504 Coordinator for the College. Mr.
Phifer's office is located in Room B-1024 and he can be reached at 718-270-5027 or via email aphifer@mec.cuny.edu.
IMPORTANT NOTICE OF POSSIBLE CHANGES
The Board of Trustees of The City University of New York reserves the right to make changes of any nature in the
academic programs and requirements of The City University of New York and its constituent Colleges. All programs,
requirements, and courses are subject to termination or change without advance notice. Tuition and fees set forth in
this publication are also subject to change by the Board of Trustees of The City University of New York.
STUDENT RESPONSIBILITY DISCLAIMER
In accepting admission, students assume responsibility for knowing and complying with the regulations and procedures
set forth in this schedule booklet and in subsequent ones, as appropriate. Once a student completes course entry,
he/she is liable for the course(s) on his/her schedule/bill.
NOTE: Information in this schedule booklet is subject to change at the discretion of the college.
ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES
Office of Admissions
Office of the Bursar
Office of Financial Aid
Office of the Registrar
General Information
270-6024
270-6095
270-6141
270-6040
270-4900
Security Desk Emergency Numbers
AB1 Building
Bedford Building
Carroll Building
S Building
270-1900
270-4998
270-6003
270-5030
OTHER NUMBERS OF IMPORTANCE
Adafi Newspaper
270-6436
EMERGENCY SCHOOL CLOSING INFORMATION
In the event of an emergency, tune to the following radio stations:
WADO 1280 AM
WINS
1010 AM
WBLS 107.5 FM
WLIB
1190 AM
WCBS 880 AM
WMCA
570 AM
WFAS 1230 AM or 104.0 FM WWOR
710 AM
Students may also call the Security Desk emergency number – (718) 270-6003
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Office of Financial Aid Information
Nigel R. Thompson
Director
718-270-6141
Wilson Mendez-Lorenzo
Associate Director
718-270-6134
Amado Calderon, Jr.
Assistant Director
718-270-6133
Office Room: S-108
Financial Aid Web Lab: S-106
Office Fax: 718-270-6194
Office Phone: 718-270-6141
FINANCIAL AID OFFICE
Monday-Thursday
Friday
OFFICE HOURS
9:00 am – 6:00 pm
CLOSED
LAB HOURS
9:00 – 5:00 pm
CLOSED
nigel.thompson@mec.cuny.edu
wmendez@mec.cuny.edu
amado@mec.cuny.edu
APPLYING FOR FINANCIAL AID
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) must be completed each academic year. The academic year begins with the
summer semester and concludes with the subsequent FALL semester. The Supplement Form must also be completed in order to be
considered for the Aid to Part Time Study (APTS). International students are not eligible for Federal or State financial aid. Students
requiring assistance in filing an application may go to the Financial Aid Web Lab. Students can also apply on any available computer
throughout the College or at home at www.fafsa.gov.
CAMPUS-BASED FINANCIAL AID PROGRAMS (Need based)
Federal Work Study Program (FWS)
The purpose of this program is to give part-time employment to undergraduate students who need the income to help meet the
costs of their education. To be eligible for this program, applicants must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid
(FAFSA).
Federal Supplementary Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG)
To receive FSEOG, a student must be PELL eligible and have exceptional financial need. A student is not required to repay this grant.
Federal Perkins Loan (FPL)
The Federal Perkins Loan is a low-interest long-term loan, made through the College.
NON-CAMPUS BASED FINANCIAL AID PROGRAMS
Federal Pell Grant (FPELL)
The Federal Pell Grant is an award to help undergraduates pay for their education after high school.
William D. Ford Federal Direct Loan Program
The William D. Ford Federal Direct Loan Program provides an educational loan to students and parents. The Direct Loan Program
differs from traditional student loan programs in that the Federal Government provides the loan principal; private lenders are not
involved. (Flexible repayment options and consolidation loans are also available).
Subsidized Direct Loans are loans that the Federal Government pays the accruing interest while the student is in school at least halftime and during certain deferment periods. All students must complete a FAFSA in order to determine eligibility for a Federal Direct
Loan. A student may not borrow more than his/her need: Cost of Education (Minus) - Expected Family Contribution = Financial Need
Direct Unsubsidized Loans
A student in need of additional aid may apply for a Direct Unsubsidized Loan. With the Unsubsidized Loan you will be charged
interest while you are in college. For both types of loans, repayment of loan principal does not begin until the student has left
school, enrolls less than half time or the grace period has expired.
Federal Direct PLUS Loan
Federal Direct PLUS Loans make funds available to parents borrowing on behalf of their children. The parent is responsible for the
accruing interest from the date of loan origination. Repayment begins while the student is still in school and there is no grace period.
The loan amounts depend on the student's year in school and enrollment status. All students must be enrolled on at least a half-time
basis to qualify for a loan.
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Here's an overview of the changes that could impact your financial aid for the academic year.
Expected Family Contribution
The lower a student's Expected Family Contribution (EFC), the higher the student's federal student aid eligibility. A change has
been made to the income amount that is used to determine if a student qualifies for an automatic EFC of zero.
When you complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), you receive an Expected Family Contribution, which is a
number used to determine your federal student aid eligibility. For the 2015-16 school year, a dependent student will
automatically qualify for an Expected Family Contribution of zero if their parents’ income does not exceed $24,000.
Federal Pell Grant Program — Lifetime Eligibility Used (LEU)
Once you have received a Pell Grant for 12 semesters, or the equivalent, you will no longer be eligible for additional Pell Grants.
You are eligible to receive a Pell Grant for up to 12 semesters or the equivalent. If you have exceeded the 12-semester maximum,
you will lose eligibility for additional Pell Grants. Equivalency is calculated by adding together the percentage of your Pell
eligibility that you received each year to determine whether the total amount exceeds 600%.
For example, if your maximum Pell Grant award amount for the 2015 - 2016 school year is $5,775, but you only receive $2,887.50
because you were only enrolled for one semester, you would have used 50% of your maximum award for that year.
If in the following school year, you were enrolled only three-quarter time, you would have used 75% of your maximum award for
that year. Together, you would have received 125% out of the total 600% lifetime limit.
To track your LEU, visit www.NSLDS.ed.gov.
Federal Standards for Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP)
Federal Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) and program pursuit standards require a student to have a Minimum GPA of a "C"
average (2.0 GPA) by the end of their second academic year. Further, to be eligible to receive assistance from all Title IV Programs,
students, after their fourth semester of study, must complete a certain number of credits in relation to the credits they have
attempted, and have the appropriate Grade Point Average at the beginning of the semester in which they are seeking payment.
Students are required to complete their coursework in no more than 150 percent of an academic program’s published length.
Under this new standard, all undergraduate students are expected to maintain a minimum cumulative GPA based on the number of
credits attempted as in the following table:
Credits Attempted
Minimum GPA
.001– 12.999
1.50
13- 24.999
1.75
25- upward
2.00
Thus, all students eligible to receive Title IV Financial Aid Awards must maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress in his or her
educational program to be awarded aid. Included is a SAP Chart (p.25), which displays the attempted credits and the required
minimum earned credits needed to meet progress (Pace of Progression) in order to receive Title IV Awards for the academic year.
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Satisfactory Academic Progression (SAP) Chart
AA DEGREE MAXIMUM TIME-FRAME (60 CREDIT DEGREE X (1.5) = 90)
Credits
Attempted
Required
Percentage of
Credits Earned
16 20.999
21 25.999
26 –
30.999
31 –
35.999
36 40.999
41 45.999
9.99
14.99
19.99
24.99
33.99
42.99
AA DEGREE MAXIMUM TIME-FRAME (60 CREDIT DEGREE X (1.5) = 90)
Credits
Attempted
46 –
50.999
51 –
55.999
56 –
60.999
61 –
65.999
66 –
70.999
71 – 75.999
Required
Percentage of
Credits Earned
45.99
49.99
53.99
55.99
57.99
59.99
ASSOCIATE DEGREE MAXIMUM TIME-FRAME (60 CREDIT DEGREE X (1.5) = 90)
Credits
Attempted
Required
Percentage of
Credits Earned
76 –
80.999
81 –
84.999
85 –
90.001
90.002 –
999.999
61.99
64.99
66.69
99.99
BACHELOR DEGREE MAXIMUM TIME-FRAME (60 CREDIT DEGREE X (1.5) = 180)
Credits
Attempted
25 –
30.999
31 –
36.999
37 –
45.999
Required
Percentage of
Credits Earned
14.99
24.99
34.99
46 –
48.999
39.99
49 –
60.999
61 72.999
44.99
49.99
BACHELOR DEGREE MAXIMUM TIME-FRAME (60 CREDIT DEGREE X (1.5) = 180)
Credits
Attempted
73 –
94.999
95 –
120.999
121 129.999
130138.999
139 –
150.999
151151.999
Required
Percentage of
Credits Earned
54.99
59.99
60.99
61.99
62.99
63.99
BACHELOR DEGREE MAXIMUM TIME-FRAME (60 CREDIT DEGREE X (1.5) = 180)
Credits
Attempted
Required
Percentage of
Credits Earned
152 –
156.999
157 –
164.999
165 –
180.999
181 –
999.999
64.99
63.99
66.69
99.99
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STATE FINANCIAL AID PROGRAMS
Tuition Assistance Program (TAP)
TAP is an Entitlement Grant Program for New York State residents attending postsecondary institutions fulltime in the state. The
Program provides grant assistance to help eligible students meet tuition charges.
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2.
3.
Students in an Associate Degree or certificate programs are eligible for up to three years of assistance (36 payment points).
Students in Bachelor Degree programs are eligible for up to four years of assistance (48 payment points).
SEEK students are eligible for up to five years of assistance (60 payment points).
Aid to Part-time Study (APTS)
This Program provides tuition assistance to eligible undergraduate students enrolled on a part-time basis.
To apply, students must complete the FASIR. APTS is considered one half of a TAP Award (3 payment points). Once TAP eligibility is
exhausted, students are no longer eligible for APTS.
City University Supplemental Tuition Assistance (CUSTA)
The CUSTA Award is a City University administered program to assist students who experience a reduction in their TAP Award in
their 5th semester of TAP eligibility. To be eligible for the CUSTA Award, students must be: 1) enrolled on a full-time basis, 2) be
eligible for the maximum TAP Award, and 3) not have exhausted their TAP eligibility.
The Search for Education, Elevation and Knowledge (SEEK) Program
This program assists in providing higher education opportunity for educationally and economically disadvantaged students. Students
are provided with specialized counseling, tutorial services, academic instruction, and additional financial aid stipends for books and
fees. Requirements for eligibility are on the Freshmen Application for Admissions.
Vietnam Veterans Tuition Awards
Awards are available for veterans who served in the U.S. Armed Forces in Indochina between January 1, 1963 and May 7, 1975, and
have been discharged under conditions other than those deemed dishonorable. Applicants must have been a resident of New York
State on April 20, 1984, or at any time of entry into service and resumed residency by September 1, 1987. Awards are available for
both full-time and part-time study, but cannot exceed the cost of tuition. Students must file both TAP and Federal Pell Applications.
For more information, please call HESC at 518- 473-7087.
Veterans Administration (VA) Educational Benefits
Financial assistance is available to eligible veterans and children of deceased veterans or service-connected disabled veterans. For
more information, contact any regional Dept. of VA Office in your area or call 1-800-635-6534.
Students who are Delinquent or in Default
Students who are delinquent and/or in default of any of their financial accounts with the College, the University, or an appropriate
State or Federal Agency for which the University acts as either disbursing or certifying agent, are not permitted to complete
registration, and cannot be issued either a copy of their grades, a transcript of academic records, or their certificate or degree. They
cannot receive any funds under the Federal Campus-based Student Assistance Programs nor the Federal Pell Grant Program unless
the designated officer waives, IN WRITING, the application of this regulation. This can only be done in exceptional hardship cases
and must be consistent with Federal and State Regulations.
SCHOLARSHIPS
The College awards a variety of scholarships to students who demonstrate academic excellence and achievement. Information
concerning these awards may be obtained from Ms. Evelyne Chery in the Office of Financial Aid, Room S-108.
State Standards for Academic Performance
State eligibility standards require students to complete a certain percentage of course work, accrue a certain amount of credits and
have an appropriate cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) at the beginning of each semester of state supported study. Please refer
to the chart below which outlines these requirements.
Note: Students who believe that they may not meet the new TAP standards should consider registering for additional credits. In
all cases, students should weigh the impact of failing or withdrawing from courses on their future eligibility for TAP.
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“Remedial student” is defined as a student:
(A) Whose scores on a recognized placement exam or nationally recognized standardized exam indicated the need for
remediation for at least two semesters, as certified by the college and approved by the State Education Department (SED);
(B) Who was enrolled in at least six hours of non-remedial courses, as approved by SED, in the first term they received a TAP
award;
(C) Who is or was enrolled in an opportunity program.
*OTHER IMPORTANT NUMBERS: Federal Pell Grant (800) 433-3243; TAP (888) 697-4372; Loan Status (518) 473-1688; RETA
(Renewed Eligibility for Financial Aid) (518) 486-7227; Federal Direct Loan (800) 848-0979; USDE (NDSL Perkins Loan Default) (800)
621-3115; Duplicate SAR Applications Status (319) 337-5665.
Federal Standards for Academic Progress
Federal satisfactory academic progress and program pursuit standards require a student to have a "C" average (2.0 GPA) by the end
of their second academic year. Further, to be eligible to receive assistance from all Title IV Programs, students, after their fourth
semester of study, must complete a certain number of credits in relation to the credits they have attempted, and have the
appropriate Grade Point Average at the beginning of the semester in which they are seeking payment. Students are required to
complete their coursework in no more than 150 percent of an academic program's published length.
State Standards for Academic Performance
State eligibility standards require students to complete a certain percentage of course work, accrue a certain amount of credits and
have an appropriate cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) at the beginning of each semester of state supported study. Please refer
to the chart below which outline these requirements.
State Aid and TAP Academic Performance Charts
The New York State Tuition Assistance Program (TAP) Performance Charts apply to all students receiving payments from the TAP
program.
Good academic standing requirement for New York State financial aid programs consists of both an "Academic Progress" and a
"Program Pursuit" component as explained below.
To be eligible for a TAP award, students must be enrolled for at least 12-15 credits or the equivalent. Courses may be counted
toward full-time study only if they are applicable toward a degree. Electives are acceptable when taken in accordance with published
degree requirements. A student may take courses not applicable to a degree in a given semester as long as the coursework is above
the minimum full-time requirement of 12-15 credits. Undergraduate students may receive TAP awards for eight semesters; SEEK
students may receive TAP awards for 10 semesters.
To receive each TAP payment:
• You must have completed a specific number of credits in the previous TAP semester;
• You must have accumulated a specific number of credits towards your degree;
• You must maintain a specific minimum GPA (grade point average); and
• You must have declared a major by the time you complete 60 credits.
In order to receive TAP and scholarships, a student must meet specific academic standards. Students will be evaluated depending on
when they received their first TAP payment and whether they are in a remedial program.
Note: Students who believe that they may not meet the new TAP standards should consider registering for additional credits for
additional credits. In all cases, students should weigh the impact of failing or withdrawing from courses on their future eligibility
for TAP (please refer to p.23)
“Remedial student” is defined as student:
(D) Whose scores on a recognized placement exam or nationally recognized standardized exam indicated the need for
remediation for at least two semesters, as certified by the college and approved by the State Education Department (SED);
(E) Who was enrolled in at least six hours of non-remedial courses, as approved by SED, in the first term they received a TAP
award;
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(F) Who is or was enrolled in an opportunity program.
Standard of Satisfactory Academic Progress: for the Purpose of Determining Eligibility for State Student Aid effective 2010-11 for
non-remedial students receiving first NYS award payment in 2010-11 and thereafter. Remedial students and students enrolled in
an approved certificate program will use the 2006 SAP charts.
Program: Baccalaureate Program
Calendar: Semester 2010-11 and thereafter (non-remedial students)
Before
Being
Certified
for This
Payment
1st
2nd
3rd
4th
5th
6th
7th
8th
9th
10th
A Student 0
Must Have
Accrued at
Least This
Many
Credits
6
15
27
39
51
66
81
96
111
With At
0
Least This
Grade
Point
Average
1.5
1.8
1.8
2.0
2.0
2.0
2.0
2.0
2.0
Programs: Associate Program
Calendar: Semester 2010-11 and thereafter (non-remedial students)
Before Being
1st
Certified for This
Payment
2nd
3rd
4th
5th
6th
A Student Must
Have Accrued at
Least This Many
Credits
6
15
27
39
51
1.3
1.5
1.8
2.0
2.0
0
With at Least
0
This Grade Point
Average
Note: The 2011-12 enacted NYS budget mandates the following standards of progress, enacted in 2006-07, shall be used for nonremedial students who first receive State aid in 2007-08 through 2009-10 and for students who meet the definition of "remedial
student" in 2010-11 and thereafter. The enacted budget defines remedial for purposes of SAP Standard of Satisfactory Academic
Progress for the Purpose of Determining Eligibility for State Student Aid
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Effective 2006-07
Program: Baccalaureate Program
Calendar: Semester 2006-07, 2007-08 through 2009-10 and 2010-11 and thereafter remedial students (if a student's first award
was in 2010-11 and thereafter, and he/she does not meet the definition of a remedial student, see charts for non-remedial students)
1st
th
2nd
3rd
4th
5th
6
7th
8th
9th
10th
A Student 0
Must Have
Accrued at
Least This
Many
Credits
3
9
21
33
45
60
75
90
105
With At
0
Least This
Grade
Point
Average
1.1
1.2
1.3
2.0
2.0
2.0
2.0
2.0
2.0
Before
Being
Certified
for This
Payment
Program: Associate Program
Calendar: Semester Calendar 2006-07, 2007-08 through 2009-10 and 2010-11 and thereafter remedial students (if a student's first
award was in 2010-11 and thereafter, and he/she does not meet the definition of a remedial student, see charts for non-remedial
students)
2nd
3rd
4th
5th
6th
A Student Must Have
0
Accrued at Least This Many
Credits
3
9
18
30
45
0
.5
.75
1.3
2.0
2.0
Before Being Certified for
This Payment
With At Least This Grade
Point Average
1st
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POLICY AGAINST SEXUAL HARASSMENT
Policy Statement
It is the policy of The City University of New York to promote a cooperative work and academic environment in which there exists
mutual respect for all University students, faculty, and staff. Harassment of employees or students based upon sex is inconsistent
with this objective and contrary to the University's non-discrimination policy. Sexual harassment is illegal under Federal, State, and
City laws, and will not be tolerated within the University.
A. Prohibited Conduct
It is a violation of University policy for any member of the University community to engage in sexual harassment or to retaliate
against any member of the University community for raising an allegation of sexual harassment, for filing a complaint alleging sexual
harassment, or for participating in any proceeding to determine if sexual harassment has occurred.
B. Definition of Sexual Harassment
For purposes of this policy, sexual harassment is defined as unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and other oral
or written communications or physical conduct of a sexual nature when:
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•
•
submission to such conduct is made either explicitly or implicitly a term or condition of an individual's employment or
academic standing;
submission to or rejection of such conduct by an individual is used as a basis for employment or academic decisions
affecting such individual; or
such conduct has the purpose or effect of unreasonably interfering with an individual's work or academic performance or
creating an intimidating, hostile or abusive work or academic environment.
Sexual harassment can occur between individuals of different sexes or of the same sex. Although sexual harassment most often
exploits a relationship between individuals of unequal power (such as between faculty member and student, supervisor and
employee, or tenured and untenured faculty members), it may also occur between individuals of equal power (such as between
fellow students or co-workers), or in some circumstances even where it appears that the harasser has less power than the individual
harassed (for example, a student sexually harassing a faculty member). A lack of intent to harass may be relevant to, but will not be
determinative of, whether sexual harassment has occurred.
C. Examples of Sexual Harassment
Sexual harassment may take different forms. Using a person's response to a request for sexual favors as a basis for an academic or
employment decision is one form of sexual harassment. Examples of this type of sexual harassment include, but are not limited to,
the following:
• requesting or demanding sexual favors in exchange for employment or academic opportunities (such as hiring,
promotions, grades, or recommendations);
• submitting unfair or inaccurate job or academic evaluations or grades, or denying training, promotion, or access to
any other employment or academic opportunity, because sexual advances have been rejected.
Other types of unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature can also constitute sexual harassment, if sufficiently severe or pervasive that
the target does find, and a reasonable person would find, that an intimidating, hostile or abusive work or academic environment has
been created. Examples of this kind of sexual harassment include, but are not limited to, the following:
• sexual comments, teasing, or jokes;
• sexual slurs, demeaning epithets, derogatory statements, or other verbal abuse;
• graphic or sexually suggestive comments about an individual's attire or body;
• inquiries or discussions about sexual activities;
• pressure to accept social invitations, to meet privately, to date, or to have sexual relations;
• sexually suggestive letters or other written materials;
• sexual touching, brushing up against another in a sexual manner, graphic or sexually suggestive gestures,
cornering, pinching, grabbing, kissing, or fondling;
• coerced sexual intercourse or sexual assault.
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D. Consensual Relationships
Amorous, dating, or sexual relationships that might be appropriate in other circumstances have inherent dangers, when they occur
between a faculty member, supervisor, or other member of the University community and any person for whom he or she has a
professional responsibility. These dangers can include: that a student or employee may feel coerced into an unwanted relationship
because he or she fears that refusal to enter into the relationship will adversely affect his or her education or employment; that
conflicts of interest may arise when a faculty member, supervisor, or other member of the University community is required to
evaluate the work or make personnel or academic decisions with respect to an individual with whom he or she is having a romantic
relationship; that students or employees may perceive that a fellow student or co-worker who is involved in a romantic relationship
will receive an unfair advantage; and that if the relationship ends in a way that is not amicable, either or both of the parties may
wish to take action to injure the other party.
Faculty members, supervisors, and other members of the University community who have professional responsibility for other
individuals, accordingly, should be aware that any romantic or sexual involvement with a student or employee for whom they have
such a responsibility, may raise questions as to the mutuality of the relationship and may lead to charges of sexual harassment. For
the reasons stated above, such relationships are strongly discouraged.
For purposes of this section, an individual has "professional responsibility" for another individual at the University, if he or she
performs functions including, but not limited to, teaching, counseling, grading, advising, evaluating, hiring, supervising, or making
decisions or recommendations that confer benefits such as promotions, financial aid, or awards or other remuneration, or that may
impact upon other academic or employment opportunities.
E. Academic Freedom
This policy shall not be interpreted so as to constitute interference with academic freedom.
F. False and Malicious Accusations
Members of the University community who make false and malicious complaints of sexual harassment, as opposed to complaints
which, even if erroneous, are made in good faith, will be subject to disciplinary action. (CUNY-Effective October 1, 1995 (Revised
January 1, 2005)
Reporting Procedures at Medgar Evers College
The name of the contact person at Medgar Evers College:
Sylvia Kinard, Affirmative Action Officer
Faculty & Staff Relations (718) 270-6936
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START TIMES
ALL COURSES BEGIN IN ONE OF THE APPROVED START TIMES LISTED BELOW
M
Monday
T
Tuesday
W
Wednesday
TH
Thursday
F
Friday
S
Saturday
SU
Sunday
7:00 AM
8:00 AM
8:30 AM
9:00 AM
9:30 AM
10:00 AM
10:20 AM
10:30 AM
11:00 AM
11:20 AM
11:30 AM
11:50 AM
12:00 PM
12:10 PM
COMMONS
11:3012:45pm
COMMONS
11:3012:45pm
12:30 PM
12:45 PM
1:00 PM
2:00 PM
2:30 PM
2:40 PM
COMMONS
2:003:00pm
3:00 PM
3:30 PM
4:00 PM
4:55 PM
5:00 PM
5:30 PM
5:45 PM
6:10 PM
6:20 PM
7:00 PM
7:30 PM
8:00 PM
8:30 PM
9:00 PM
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TO VIEW UPDATED COURSE LISTINGS:
Go to www.mec.cuny.edu
Click on Course Schedule and Bulletins (bottom of page)
Click on the blue link that says:
“Click here to look for the course section information for your college in CUNYfirst”
Choose Institution:
Medgar Evers College
Choose Term:
Summer 2016(1166)
Choose Subject:
(i.e. Acct, Bio, Chm….)
Choose Course Number: (i.e. 101, 102, 200….)
Click SEARCH at the bottom of the page to view your selection
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DIRECTIONS TO THE COLLEGE
School of Business and the Bedford (B) Building - 1650 Bedford Avenue, Brooklyn, New York
11225 (between Crown and Montgomery Streets)
SUBWAY: Take the “2, 3, 4, or 5” train to the Franklin Avenue Station. Exit the station at
Eastern Parkway and Franklin Avenue. Walk four blocks West on Bedford Avenue.
BUS: #49 (either direction) on Bedford Avenue to Crown Street.
Carroll (C) Building - 1150 Carroll Street, Brooklyn, New York 11225 (between Rogers and
Nostrand Avenues)
SUBWAY: Lexington Avenue #4 OR #5 train to Franklin Avenue, where you may change for the
#2 train to President Street, walking one block South to Carroll Street or the #3 train to
Nostrand Avenue, walking three blocks to Carroll Street. Make a right turn and walk down
Carroll Street until you reach the college.
BUS: #44 to Carroll Street and Nostrand Avenue; or the #49 bus to Rogers Avenue and Carroll
Street; or the #43 bus to Empire Boulevard and Nostrand Avenue.
Student Support Services (S) Building – 1637 Bedford Avenue, Brooklyn, New York 11225
(between Carroll and Crown Streets) SUBWAY: Take the “2, 3, 4, or 5” train to the Franklin
Avenue Station. Walk one block east to Bedford Avenue. The entrance to the building is three
blocks West on Bedford Avenue.
BUS: #49 (either direction) on Bedford Avenue to Crown Street.
School of Health, Science and Technology (AB1) Building – 1638 Bedford Avenue, Brooklyn,
New York 11225 (between Carroll and Crown Streets) SUBWAY: Take the “2, 3, 4, or 5” train to
the Franklin Avenue Station. Walk one block east to Bedford Avenue. The entrance to the
building is three blocks West on Bedford Avenue.
BUS: #49 (either direction) on Bedford Avenue to Crown Street.
Travel directions also are available by calling (718) 270.4900 and listening for the prompt to
obtain directions.
By automobile from Manhattan to either MEC campus
Manhattan Bridge to Flatbush Avenue Extension (proceed straight off bridge); straight onto
Flatbush Avenue to Grand Army Plaza; go around Grand Army Plaza circle onto Eastern
Parkway; proceed approximately 1 mile to Bedford Avenue; right on Bedford Avenue.
By automobile from Queens to either MEC campus
Grand Central to Jackie Robinson Parkway (formerly Interboro Parkway); JRP to Jamaica
Avenue (becomes East New York Avenue); right onto Howard Avenue; left onto Eastern
Parkway; proceed approximately 2 miles and then turn left onto Bedford.
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