New York Institute of Technology offers students a wide range of advising and academic support services and programs. These services range from supplemental academic programs available to specific students, to resources available to all undergraduate students including academic advising, tutoring, and enrichment programs. Students are encouraged to take advantage of the available services that are designed to assist students in successfully achieving their academic and career goals at New York Tech.
Arthur O. Eve Higher Education Opportunity Program (HEOP):
New York Institute of Technology sponsors and administers the Arthur O. Eve Higher Education Opportunity Program (HEOP) on the New York City campus in conjunction with the New York State Education Department. To be eligible for the program, students must be New York State residents whose educational experience and economic status indicate a need for academic and financial assistance to complete a college degree. The program provides a wide range of support that includes a five-week summer program for all incoming first-year students, strengthening of study skills, tutoring, individual and group counseling, and financial assistance. Participation requires enrollment in a full-time program at the New York City campus. Transfer students may be considered if they were admitted to HEOP, EOP, or SEEK/CD at their previous institution. For additional information, please visit nyit.edu/heop.
Peer Success GUIDE Program:
At New York Tech, we are committed to helping our students succeed. The Peer Success GUIDE Program pairs new undergraduate, transfer, and first-year students with a Peer Success Guide (PSG). Once students have enrolled in classes, they will be contacted by their PSG who will provide them with both social and academic support during their transition to New York Tech, and throughout the entire first year. PSGs will also direct students to the many services and resources we have to offer and invite them to attend various events on campus. They will be available to meet with students and answer any questions they may have, and will plan special activities which will be a great opportunity for students to interact with peers at New York Tech. We recognize that transitioning to college can be difficult for many reasons and the Peer Success GUIDE Program is here to help! To learn more, visit nyit.edu/psg.
Academic Advising
New York Institute of Technology recognizes that academic advising is a critical component of the educational experience. As a result, a range of advising resources are available to assist students in creating meaningful educational plans that are compatible with their career goals. These resources include advisors from the Office of Undergraduate Academic Advising (UAA), faculty advisors, peer advisors, and a comprehensive website with tools such as semester maps, advisement preparation guidelines, and how-to guides.
In order to ensure all curriculum requirements are being satisfied, students are required to meet with an advisor before registration each semester. Although advisors guide students through this process, the student must assume final responsibility for conforming to all college regulations and completing degree requirements.
First-Year and Second-Year Academic Advising:
Students in their first and second year are assigned an advisor from the Office of Undergraduate Academic Advising (UAA). In addition to providing course selection guidance throughout their first two years, UAA advisors discuss career plans, degree requirements and progress, introduce academic resources, and assist students with online course registration. For those requiring a placement exam, first-semester advisement occurs following exam completion. Students transition to a faculty or staff advisor associated with their major for advisement after their second year, though proactive UAA support continues throughout their time as an undergraduate student.
My Guide to Success @ New York Tech:
Transitioning from high school to college can be challenging, different, and exciting, all at the same time. This course prepares first-year students as much as possible by providing them with direct insight into things such as common terms used at New York Tech, improving time management and study skills, and making students aware of what to expect in college. This course is uniquely designed to ensure a smooth transition to New York Tech and provide students with the tools and resources to succeed as a new college student.
Faculty Advisor:
As students enter their third year, they will meet with a faculty or staff advisor associated with their major for academic advisement. Faculty and staff advisors support students with their educational planning, provide career-related advice, and guide students on research, internship, or similar enrichment opportunities. Advisor schedules are available at nyit.edu/advising/find_an_advisor.
Office of Undergraduate Academic Advising (UAA)
The Office of Undergraduate Academic Advising offers advisement support and resources, as well as academic progress services and programs to undergraduate students.
UAA Advisors are professional, generalist advisors who serve as first-year and second-year advisors to incoming and transfer students. Additionally, though junior and senior students receive primary advisement from assigned faculty or staff within their academic departments, UAA advisors provide supplemental advising and graduation planning support to all undergraduate students. Students who need assistance with major exploration are also encouraged to visit UAA to receive guidance on academic major options as well as the change-of-major process. For additional information, please visit nyit.edu/advising.
Peer Advisors (PAs) are undergraduate upperclassmen who work under the supervision of UAA and provide support to undergraduate students in matters related to advisement and registration. Peer Advisors assist with the explanation of degree requirements, planning of future coursework, and navigation of online tools such as the Student Service HUB, schedule planning tools, and online registration. Peer Advisors also assist students with adjusting to university life by helping them become familiar with the policies and procedures outlined in the course catalog and student handbooks. For additional information, please visit nyit.edu/advising/peer_advising.
Academic Check:
Each semester, progress reports are requested for students who may benefit from additional attention or support, such as first-year and second-year students, new transfers, and students on academic probation. Once received, UAA advisors connect with the student to discuss their progress, positive or negative, based on the faculty's feedback. Additional resources are suggested, as needed, in order to help students achieve success.
Support for Students on Academic Probation:
Students who are placed on academic probation are notified of their standing via email from the Office of the Registrar. Each student is required to meet with an academic support advisor from the Office of Undergraduate Academic Advising (UAA) to create an individualized plan for academic success and is further encouraged to utilize campus resources (advising, tutoring, and counseling) to improve their academic standing. Students on academic probation are required to meet with an academic support advisor prior to registering for classes or making schedule changes.
Early Alert Initiative:
The Early Alert Initiative allows faculty and staff to identify students who are demonstrating unsatisfactory progress or concerning academic behavior in their course (e.g., low in-progress grades, academic disengagement, or high rates of absenteeism) during the semester. UAA advisors receive the alert and follow up with the student to address the underlying issues that may be affecting their academic performance, create a plan for academic success, and/or refer the student to an appropriate department. Learn more about the Early Alert Initiative.
In addition to offering advising support, the UAA team is committed to providing enrichment services and programs that help students reach their academic and career goals.
Academic Support Services
Office of Academic Success and Enrichment (ASE)
The Office of Academic Success and Enrichment provides academic support services in several ways, including by overseeing the Learning Center, offering course-based and skill-based peer tutoring, both in-person and virtually, as well as Supplemental Instruction and the Peer Success GUIDE program at the Long Island and New York City campuses. ASE also provides convenient and accessible online resources that cover a number of important academic and student success skill topics, available via several Canvas courses and programs. For additional information, please visit nyit.edu/ase.
The Learning Center helps students meet their academic goals by providing free in-person and online tutoring. Experienced peer tutors offer assistance in one-on-one or small group settings. Learning Center peer tutors are available to meet with students in-person on both the New York City and Long Island campuses or virtually through a dynamic online tutoring platform. For additional information, please visit nyit.edu/learningcenter.
Supplemental Instruction (SI) is an academic support program that targets historically challenging courses in an effort to increase student performance for those who participate in the program. Students who have successfully completed one of these courses, and are recommended by the faculty, are chosen as SI leaders to facilitate regularly scheduled out-of-class SI sessions for students enrolled in the assigned course. SI sessions help further students' understanding of course concepts by reviewing notes, discussing readings, developing organizational tools, and preparing for examinations. For additional information, please visit nyit.edu/si.
Academic Skills Workshops are available to help students develop and/or strengthen academic skills that are essential for success in college and after. Our professional staff are available to work with students, one-on-one or in a small group setting, on skills such as time management, effective learning/study techniques, and test taking skills. These workshops highlight foundational skills to help students find success outside of course content. For additional information, please visit nyit.edu/ase.
Academic Department Services
In addition to services provided by the Office of Academic Success and Enrichment (ASE), students can receive discipline-specific academic support services coordinated by academic departments as well.
The Math Resource Center provides free help with all math courses, including placement assistance, WebAssign homework support, exam preparation, and background information. Patient and caring faculty from the math department provide tutorial assistance for all levels of mathematics. We deal with any anxiety you may be experiencing as well as the math concepts. Students are seen by appointment (preferred) or drop-in. For additional information, visit nyit.edu/tutoring or email mrc@nyit.edu.
The Writing Center provides tutorial assistance for all types of writing assignments and tasks. Students are encouraged to visit the Writing Center to speak with professors of English about their writing assignments. The faculty will help brainstorm for assignments, review drafts, develop ideas, and address grammar questions. For additional information, visit nyit.edu/tutoring.
The CoECS Programming Center offers free peer-tutoring to help students in a number of computer science courses. Students can schedule one-time sessions or weekly recurring tutoring appointments. Sessions take place through zoom, to allow for easy access and meeting times. For additional information, visit nyit.edu/tutoring or email coecsgrad@nyit.edu.
Office of Military and Veterans Affairs
New York Tech's Office of Military and Veterans Affairs focuses on establishing innovative programs and services that foster a culture of individual student success, inclusion, and academic achievement for all military-connected students.
The department takes a holistic approach to address and mitigate the stress related to the transition from military to civilian life. Prospective students receive assistance with admissions, enrollment, and VA benefit applications and process. Programs and initiatives focus on identifying and addressing persistence inhibitors that affect the military-connected community.
New York Tech's Student Veteran Organization provides peer-to-peer support and services for fellow veterans and sponsors special veteran-related events. Our nationally recognized chapter affords the military community access to an established network of student veterans and the opportunity to build and cultivate friendships.
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Joel Acevedo, Associate Director of Military and Veteran Affairs
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Graduate Students
Advisement
Each student is assigned an advisor for assistance in structuring a program. New York Institute of Technology posts a list of program advisors at registration time. The student's advisor is available for help and guidance, and the advisor's approval is required for each registration. Students are ultimately responsible for conforming to all college regulations and completing curriculum requirements.
Program Loads
Graduate programs can be full-time and part-time. At New York Institute of Technology, full-time is defined as a minimum of nine credits per semester at the graduate level. Graduate students enrolled in less than nine credits are part-time. U.S. Immigration and Naturalization Department regulations require international students with F-1 visas to pursue a full-time course of study.
Course Offerings and Locations
The courses in this catalog represent academic offerings for each discipline. Specific courses are given in accordance with student demand. The complete schedule of courses, which includes section listings, times, and locations, is available online.