Plan Your College Path
1 — Meet with your Student Success Coach
Why meet?
- Meet one-on-one with a Student Success Coach
- Make a plan for a successful first semester
- Get answers to your City Tech questions
2 — Enroll in City Tech 101
Why enroll?
- Learn the essential skills & knowledge for college success
- Get comfortable in the college setting before the semester begins
- Discover where to study, get books, seek advisement, and more!
3 — Attend Orientation
Why attend?
- Connect with incoming students, faculty, and staff
- Discover more about campus life and student services
- Learn more about campus life from Peer Navigators
CONNECT
Connect Day
Connect with students, professors, and special opportunities in your department. View Here
Understand College
Be guided step-by-step in The Companion for the First Year at City Tech, a student handbook for everything you need to survive and thrive in college. View Here
Peer Programs
Connect with an upper-level student by requesting a Peer Mentor from First Year Programs, a Peer Navigator from Student Life & Development, or a Peer Coach from the Student Success Center, or explore other Peer Programs.
Office Hours
This time is specifically set aside for STUDENTS to meet with your professors!
LEARN
Academic Support
Make the most of your education -- get to know the Library, the Tutoring Schedule, the Learning Center, the Writing Center, Student Success Center, Math Prep, Veterans Support Services, and the Center for Student Accessibility.
Technology Support
Set up your accounts & be ready with Email, WiFi, Device Loans, Computer Labs, OpenLab, Blackboard, and free software.
Special Programs
Up your game with ASAP, BMI, CSTEP, CUNY EDGE, and Undergraduate Research.
JOIN
PLAN
Plan Week
Plan your next semester, look at the academic calendar, understand DegreeWorks, and find your major requirements. View Here
Advisement
Prepare to meet with your advisor and make an appointment. View Here
Register
Know your enrollment date, check your holds on CUNYfirst and make sure you are able to register for your second semester. View Here
BUILD
Career Readiness
Visit the Professional Development Center, join Handshake, create a resume, apply for Federal Work Study — never too early to start!
Professional Networking
Connect with your department for internships, networking events, industry competitions, and conferences. View Here
THRIVE
Mind & Body
Get to know Counseling Services, the Fitness Center, the Wellness Center, Game Room, Fitness Classes, N.E.S.T Food Pantry, and Public Safety.
More
Apply to financial aid and fill out your FAFSA, MoneyWi$e, Childcare, LGBTQIA+, Financial Literacy, International Student Services, Undocumented Student Support, and more CUNY and NYC resources.
PLAN
Advisement
Know your Major and Gen Ed requirements, including Writing Intensive and Interdisciplinary (ID). Prepare for advisement. Check your DegreeWorks and Degree Map and meet with an academic advisor. View Here
Graduation
Apply for graduation (Associate Degree). View Here
Holds & Registration
Log into CUNYFirst to check your holds — make sure you are able to register. View Here
LEARN
Academic Support
Make the most of your education -- get to know the Library, the Tutoring Schedule, the Learning Center, the Writing Center, Student Success Center, Math Prep, Veterans Support Services, and the Center for Student Accessibility.
Technology Support
Set up your accounts & be ready with Email, WiFi, Device Loans, Computer Labs, OpenLab, Blackboard, and free software.
Special Programs
Up your game with ASAP, BMI, CSTEP, CUNY EDGE, and Undergraduate Research.
THRIVE
Student Success Center
Meet with your Student Success Coach, and ask about Academic Reboot and emergency resources.
Mind & Body
Get to know Counseling Services, the Fitness Center, the Wellness Center, Game Room, Fitness Classes, N.E.S.T Food Pantry, and Public Safety.
More
Apply to financial aid and fill out your FAFSA, MoneyWi$e, Childcare, LGBTQIA+, Financial Literacy, International Student Services, Undocumented Student Support, and more CUNY and NYC resources.
CONNECT
Become a Peer Mentor/Leader
Choose a program where you can use your experience to help new students. View Here
Student Activities & Special Events
Check Student Life & Development's calendar and Presence.
Resources & Services
Explore more exciting resources and services. View Here
JOIN
BUILD
Professional Development Center (PDC)
Participate in career coaching and workshops, update your profile in HandShake, and explore career resources. View Here
Professional Networking
Connect with your deparmtnet for internships, networking events, industry competitions, and conferences. View Here
Stand-Out From the Crowd
Develop your professional branding with Undergraduate Research, Study Abroad, a Fullbright Program, or Honors Scholars, club, or SGA leadership. Build your online profile with ePortfolio/Website, LinkedIn, and social media.
PLAN
Advisement
Prepare for advisement and meet with an academic advisor for help identifying degree requirements, including Writing Intensive and Interdisciplinary (ID).
Apply for Graduation
Celebrating your accomplishments and mark the date. View Here
Graduate School
Speak with your advisors, attend the Graduate School Fair, explore resources from professional organizations, and investigate opportunities for Graduate School. View Here
BUILD
Professional Development Center (PDC)
Participate in career coaching and workshops, update your profile in HandShake, and explore career resources. View Here
Professional Networking
Connect with your department for internships, networking events, industry competitions, conferences, and join the City Tech Alumni Association! View Here
Launch Your Career
Research and apply for opportunities in your field and schedule lots of interviews. Practice, learn, and take your next step towards your future!