The CUNY Application Process

Answers to frequently asked questions by high school counselors, college advisers, and community-based organizations.

Can students update their contact information?
Yes. After submitting their applications, applicants will still be able to update their contact information using the Admissions Center.  This includes addr...
Tue, Aug 30, 2022 at 1:20 PM
Will you be able to retrieve electronic transcripts for NYC DOE students who provide their OSIS numbers?
Yes.  We will still use the OSIS number to retrieve transcripts.
Fri, Sep 21, 2018 at 10:54 AM
My students take college courses. Will they be able to report those courses on the application?
Yes, students will have the ability to report college coursework.  Additionally, they will be able to self-report AP and IB test scores.
Fri, Sep 21, 2018 at 10:54 AM
How will students submit Standardized Test Scores?
Students should request official test scores from the College Board/ACT Board.  Scores should be requested to CUNY – code 2950.
Fri, Sep 21, 2018 at 10:55 AM
It looks like students can upload documents to the application directly. Can they upload transcripts and paper score reports?
No.  Transcripts and score reports must be received officially.  This means that high school transcripts should be sent directly by the high school while sc...
Fri, Sep 21, 2018 at 10:55 AM
Can students make changes after submitting the application?
Yes, for certain changes. After an application is submitted, students will still be able to log into the application to upload documents, request recommenda...
Fri, Sep 21, 2018 at 10:55 AM
Are there any changes to the number of colleges that a student will be able to select on the application?
No, students will be able to apply to a maximum of 6 colleges for a freshman application and 4 for a transfer application.
Fri, Sep 21, 2018 at 10:56 AM
Will the order of college choices matter on the New Application?
Choice order is not tracked on the New Application.
Fri, Sep 21, 2018 at 10:56 AM
Are there any changes to the SEEK/CD Application?
Yes, the new Application asks students to indicate interest in SEEK, College Discovery and ASAP but does not ask for income information.   Instead, the ...
Tue, Oct 2, 2018 at 1:09 PM
How can I reach out with additional questions or suggestions?
We’d love to hear your feedback.  Please reach out to us at counselor@cuny.edu with any questions or suggestions.
Fri, Sep 21, 2018 at 11:56 AM