{"id":119,"date":"2022-09-28T03:02:36","date_gmt":"2022-09-28T03:02:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/collegeprepmom.com\/blog\/?p=119"},"modified":"2022-09-28T03:02:36","modified_gmt":"2022-09-28T03:02:36","slug":"macaulay-honors-college-101-for-the-college-class-of-2027","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mominthecity.com\/macaulay-honors-college-101-for-the-college-class-of-2027\/","title":{"rendered":"Macaulay Honors College 101 [For the (College) Class of 2027]"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Have you heard about CUNY\u2019s Macaulay Honors College? It is one of America\u2019s top public honors college programs. If you live in New York and your teen is interested in this program, I encourage you to have them start the application as soon as possible.<\/p>\n\n\n

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What Is Macaulay Honors College?\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Macaulay Honors College at CUNY<\/a>\u00a0is an honors college that is spread across eight CUNY colleges. Macaulay students participate in a program designed jointly by the respective college and Macaulay. Students graduate with a dual degree from Macaulay and their chosen CUNY home college.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Every Macaulay student receives a full-tuition scholarship.<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0Students are still responsible for paying school fees (including some years of room and board) if they are not covered by grants, scholarships, and other forms of financial aid.\u00a0Each CUNY college provides different housing options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Other perks for Macaulay students include a $1,500 per student\u00a0 Opportunities Fund\u00a0<\/a>to help pay for various professional or academic programs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Macaulay Honors Eligibility Requirements<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Macaulay Honors College evaluates prospective students based on a combination of academic and personal factors. On the academic side, there isn\u2019t a minimum GPA stated but the FAQ section mentions that Students applying to Macaulay should have a recommended average of 90 and above<\/em><\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, note that high school classes of 2023 and 2024\u00a0Macaulay college applications are test-optional regarding submitting copies of their standardized test (SAT or ACT)\u00a0scores<\/em>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To receive the full tuition Macaulay scholarships, students must be New York state residents\/meet CUNY\u2019S New York State residency requirements. Also, it must be the first college experience for prospective Macaulay students. The program only accepts incoming Freshmen \u2013 not transfer students.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For more in-depth information, visit\u00a0Macaulay\u2019s Admissions Requirements page<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Macaulay Information Session<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Macaulay offers several upcoming admissions<\/a> events\u00a0for interested students. The events begin on October 2nd. Staff will answer some of the most frequently asked questions about the program. Topics include deadline reminders, essay tips and handling the CUNY application for Macaulay. It is a great way to learn more about Macaulay Honors College.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Macaulay Application Tips<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Start as Early as Possible<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The application went live on 9\/1\/22. The sooner that a student submits their application, it gives their recommenders more time to write recommendations. Once the application is submitted, their recommenders are notified and asked to upload their recommendation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The great thing is that students can revise their submitted applications any time up until the deadline. They can add recommenders, upload essays and other supporting materials as well as pay the application fee. The application fee is currently $65. (Students with special financial or other circumstances may be able to have CUNY waive its application fee.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is important to note that applicants can only use\u00a0the CUNY Application<\/a>. Macaulay Honors College is not in the CommonApp.\u00a0The Macaulay application website closes on 11\/16\/22 at 6pm.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Application Essay Prompts<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

As part of the Macaulay application, students are required to submit two essays for the class of 2027. Each should be around 500 words long.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ESSAY 1: ABOUT YOU<\/strong>
Select one of the options below.<\/em>

Some students have a background, identity, interest, or talent that is so meaningful they believe their application would be incomplete without it. If this sounds like you, then please share your story.

O<\/strong>R

Tell us about an area or activity, outside of academics, in which you have invested a lot of time and effort. Tell us why. What did you learn? How was it meaningful?

ESSAY 2: ABOUT YOUR PLANS FOR COLLEGE. PLEASE DISCUSS ALL POINTS BELOW.<\/strong>

Why do you want to go to an honors college ? There are many benefits of being a Macaulay student, such as the Macaulay community, special courses, Honors advisement, cultural passport, opportunities funds, and other financial benefits. Please describe how these features will shape you and your college experience, including, what you expect to bring to the college community and what you expect to get out of your college experience.<\/p>MACAULAY HONORS COLLEGE<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

You can learn more about essay considerations on the\u00a0Macaulay Honors College Essay Questions<\/a>\u00a0page.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Important Macaulay Admissions Dates<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

9\/1\/22: The Macaulay application opens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

11\/16\/22: The Macaulay application closes at 6pm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

11\/28\/22: All supporting documents (including application recommendations) are due by 6pm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3\/15\/23: Decision day (prospective students receive notifications).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5\/1\/23: COMMITMENT DAY<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Macaulay Honors College is a wonderful program so consider encouraging your high (academic) achieving seniors to apply.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you found this post helpful, please share it.\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/body>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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