EducationUSA – Beijing March 23, 2015 Organization’s Mission • The mission of the Study New York consortium is to work collaboratively with its member colleges, universities and partners through special programs and global outreach to promote New York State internationally as the premier education destination for students, researchers, visiting professors and other exchange visitors. • Officially established July 14, 2009 2 Study NY Membership Today • Not-for-profit colleges or universities located in New York accredited by regional, and/or national accrediting organizations and recognized by the Department of Education • 55 member institutions currently – 29 private college / university members – 21 SUNY, 5 CUNY (public) – affiliate organizations (One-to-world, ICEF, AIRC, and IIE) 2013 – 2014 Study New York Membership Independent Colleges and Universities Adelphi University Bard College Clarkson University The College of Mount Saint Vincent The College of Saint Rose Daemen College Dowling College D’Youville College Elmira College Fordham University Hofstra University Keuka College LIU Brooklyn Marist College Marymount Manhattan College Medaille College New York Institute of Technology New York Medical College Niagara University Pace University Rochester Institute of Technology The Sage Colleges St. John Fisher College St. John’s University St. Thomas Aquinas College Union College Union Graduate College University of Rochester Utica College 2013 – 2014 Study New York Membership City University of New York Baruch College Brooklyn College The City College of New York College of Staten Island Lehman College 2013 – 2014 Study New York Membership State University of New York Alfred State College Broome Community College The College at Brockport Fashion Institute of Technology Fulton Montgomery Community College Mohawk Valley Community College Nassau Community College Purchase College Stony Brook University Suffolk County Community College SUNY Canton SUNY College at Old Westbury SUNY Cortland SUNY Geneseo SUNY Institute of Technology SUNY New Paltz SUNY Oneonta Tompkins Cortland Community College University at Albany University at Buffalo Westchester Community College Why should YOU study in NY? Reputation • • The universities and colleges in New York State are global and cutting-edge, featuring many of the nation’s top programs and research facilities at private independent, public, religious, or special purpose institutions. There are more than 270 degree-granting institutions of higher education in the state: 148 independent private universities and colleges; two public (tax-supported) systems, the State University of New York (SUNY) at 64 campuses throughout New York State, and the City University of New York (CUNY) which is made up of 20 colleges and universities, and; 41 proprietary (for-profit) institutions. Diversity • New York State has always been and remains one of the most diverse, tolerant, interconnected and technologically advanced states in the country. • As a result, New York attracts talented international students and researchers from around the world. Beauty • • The state of New York is one of the most beautiful states in the nation, – one that offers a superior quality of life – a wealth of cultural and recreational opportunities amid some of the most beautiful and diverse landscapes in the world – from Niagara Falls to the Statue of Liberty, from the Adirondack Mountains to the ocean beaches of Long Island, from the Chautauqua Institute and the Baseball Hall of Fame to the Museum of Modern Art. NY has it all! – sophisticated cities, charming towns, quaint villages, rural wilderness, unequaled art and sports venues, and world-class entertainment. 7 Study NY Website studynewyork.us • Provide a welcoming and informative overview of the site’s features and information available to students interested in studying in NY • New Features: • More informative menus and freshened up look • Home page top level links: • • • • Studying in NY Coming to NY About Study NY Contact Us Study NY Website studynewyork.us Side bar Studying in New York • List Universities/Colleges • University/College Search • Locate Institutions • Explanation of Degrees • Study Options in NY Side bar Coming to New York • Money information • Visa information • What to bring • Link to University / College Search • Provide a functional search that allows students to find an institution according to specific criteria • Search variables include: • • • • Type Degrees Offered Location ESL Training Programs List of Universities/Colleges • Short view of Study NY member institutions • View Campus Profile link takes viewer to campus information Campus Locator Map • Map allows students to see where institutions are located throughout New York State College Profiles • College Profiles provide an overview of Study NY member institutions: • • • • • • • • • Campus Overview Demographics ESL Programs and Services International Student Housing Options Admission requirements Application deadlines Visa information Costs and financial aid Student activities and campus life College Profile Information College Profile Information Study NY brings selected universities to you! Adelphi University Daemen College SUNY Binghamton CSI-CUNY Teachers’ College-Columbia University SUNY Buffalo University of Rochester St. John’s University SUNY Stonybrook Rochester Institute of Technology New York Film Academy Q&A? Thank you for your participation!