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SPECIALIZED ADMISSIONS PROGRAMS


ARTHUR O. EVE HIGHER EDUCATION OPPORTUNITY PROGRAM (HEOP)


In partnership with the State of New York, The Arthur O. Eve Higher Education Opportunity Program (HEOP) program provides a broad range of services to New York State residents who, because of educational and economic circumstances, would otherwise be unable to attend a postsecondary educational institution. Through the financial and academic support provided, HEOP students will strengthen their skill sets and achieve lifelong success at Hilbert College.

Hilbert College will consider all New York State resident students who meet the academic requirements of HEOP. To identify financial eligibility, the Office of Admissions will contact first-time applicants to Hilbert College and request the following information to be submitted:

  • One (or more) letter(s) of recommendation

  • A 500 word (or less) personal statement or essay

  • Complete the financial verification form

After all documentation has been reviewed and the student is determined to be both academically and financially eligible for HEOP, the student will be invited to an interview. If admitted, submission of the Free Application for Federal Aid (FAFSA) and New York State Tuition Assistance Program (TAP) application is required for enrollment. Participation in a four-week summer preparation program is also mandatory and a first-semester 12 credit-hour limitation may be imposed.

First-time college students that are not accepted into HEOP may be offered acceptance under the Assisi Scholars Program instead. Students wishing to transfer into HEOP at Hilbert College must currently be, or have previously been enrolled in an approved HEOP, EOP, SEEK, or College Discovery Program. Transfer admission for HEOP is on a space-available basis. To qualify, students must first be accepted as a transfer student before seeking HEOP. Upon acceptance, students must then complete the Transfer HEOP Form.

ASSISI SCHOLARS PROGRAM


The Assisi Scholars program is a first-year experience initiative designed to offer expanded services and support to college students that do not meet the GPA requirements for standard admission. Applicants who are not eligible for the HEOP program will have the opportunity to participate in the Assisi Scholars Program. Students are selected by the Office of Admission. As an Assisi Scholar, you will have the benefit of a carefully constructed admission program tailored specifically to your academic needs. A member of the academic accessibility team will assist you in the development of your success plan and may require additional conditions of your enrollment. These conditions may include required participation in preparatory coursework or skill building workshops, a credit hour limitation or deferred enrollment into your choice major. These requirements will enhance your ability to reach the academic and career goals you have set for yourself, and we could not be more excited to work with you. 

Scholarships are available for those who qualify. Space in this student success program is limited so students are encouraged to complete the process as early as possible.

HILBERT COLLEGE GLOBAL ONLINE PROGRAMS


Applicants to the Hilbert College Global Online programs are subject to the same admissions standards as those applying for programs offered on campus. Applicants who do not meet the standard admissions requirements of an 80% high school average or transfer GPA of 2.0, may be considered for admission under special circumstances deemed appropriate by the Vice President for Hilbert College Global. Students currently enrolled in an on-ground program are eligible to switch to an online program, but only one time. Students in an online program may switch to an on-ground program only one time as well.

HILBERT COLLEGE GLOBAL & CAMPUS ACTIVITIES


Students who choose to enroll in Hilbert College Global Online programs are permitted to reside on campus and/ or participate in athletics programs. However, permission must be granted by a committee comprised of the Vice President for Student Life, the Vice President for Hilbert College Global, The Vice President for Enrollment Management and the Director of Athletics prior to enrollment. HCG students who have been approved to reside on campus or participate in athletics must agree to pay Wellness & Activities fees in addition to the Hilbert College Global Tuition charges. All students participating in Athletics or residing in a Hilbert College residence hall must also submit proof of immunizations and provide a current physical in addition to other health documents required for competitive play.