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CONTACT US

300 Jay Street
General Building, Room: G-503
Brooklyn, NY 11201

Email: cunyedge@citytech.cuny.edu

Phone: (718) 260-5187

CUNY EDGE HOURS OF OPERATION

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Wednesday
9:30 AM - 6:30 PM

VIRTUAL OFFICE HOURS

Monday: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Tuesday: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Wednesday: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Thursday: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Friday

By appointment

Click here for Zoom Link

Meeting ID: 486 743 7570
Passcode: 081316

cunyedge@citytech.cuny.edu

718-260-5187

CUNY EDGE Resources

CUNY EDGE Tutoring Center

Virtual Tutoring

The CUNY EDGE Tutoring Center welcomes all CUNY EDGE students seeking tutoring services for various math and English levels. Program tutors are qualified to help address most challenges with math and English. The program goal is to help CUNY EDGE students strengthen their understanding of mathematical concepts and the English language, excel in coursework and build knowledge for subsequent courses. Tutors help students in one-on-one and group sessions. Contact us for more details.

Tutor Name: Nick Smith
Subject: English

Day Time
Monday 11 am — 4 pm
Tuesday 11 am — 4 pm
Wednesday 11 am — 4 pm
Thursday 1 pm — 5 pm

Start Date: Wednesday, October 04, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, December 20, 2023

Tutor Name: Alassane Ngaide
Subject: Math

Day Time
Monday 3:30 pm — 6 pm
Tuesday 2:30 pm — 6 pm
Wednesday 3:30 pm — 6 pm
Thursday 2:30 pm — 4 pm
Friday 11:00 am — 5 pm

Start Date: Wednesday, October 04, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, December 20, 2023

Available Child Care Services for City Tech Students

The City Tech Our Children's Center offers a range of childcare services that are currently available. It provides a stimulating educational experience for young children of City Tech students. The curriculum encourages children to be creative and explore their interests through various activities such as block building, finger painting, easel painting, cooking, theater arts, computer learning, and music. The center maintains a welcoming atmosphere where parents can play an active role in their child's development. For more information, please visit the Our Children Center website or contact them at (718) 260-5192, childcarectr@citytech.cuny.edu.

CUNY EDGE Important Resources and Supports

ACADEMIC RESOURCES 

Academic Advising Steps
Academic Calendar
Academic Programs
Blackboard

Book Voucher available for CUNY EDGE students. The limited book vouchers are disbursed by the CUNY EDGE team on a first-come-first-serve basis. Contact us for more details.

City Tech Division of Continuing Education
College Learning Center
College Catalog
ePortfolio
Library, Ursula C. Schwerin
OpenLab at City Tech
Software for Courses
Link to the CUNY Virtual Desktop. This provides students with access to software packages needed for classes, like SPSS, SAS, etc.

Tuition Assistance available for CUNY EDGE students. Funds are disbursed on a first-come-first-serve basis. Contact us for more details.

ACADEMIC PLANNING AND REGISTRATION 

CircleIn App enables students to work better together remotely

City Tech Math and Writing support center for any class through video/online chat. For an appointment: citytechwriting@gmail.com

CUNY EDGE virtual Math/English tutoring appointments available. For an appointment: CUNYEDGE@citytech.cuny.edu

Distance learning tips on managing distance learning
Download My Academic Career Planner
For help identifying degree requirements
For steps on how to register for classes on CUNYfirst
If you are a continuing student visit Academic Advising
If you are a new student visit STAR Center
Locate your degree program checklist

ACCESSIBILITY SERVICES  

Citywide Accessible Dispatch Program
Request a wheelchair accessible yellow and green taxi from anywhere in the five boroughs.

City Tech Center for Student Accessibility

Get free financial counseling through EmpoweredNYC
EmpoweredNYC sessions will be conducted over the phone.

Get help managing your SSI or SSDI benefits, tackle SSA overpayments, and transition to work.

View COVID-19 Resources for People with Disabilities
A list of city resources for food, social services, and more.

APPLY FOR PUBLIC ASSISTANCE, SNAP, CHILD CARE, AND CAREFARE  

Need to apply for public assistance benefits? Already a client and need to resolve specific case matters, or send documents? Create an ACCESS HRA account. It's EASY just CLICK HERE.

CITYTECH ADMISSSION TUITION FEES, AND PAYMENT 

Admissions
Bursar
Financial Aid
Scholarships

COMMUNITY RESOURCES AND SUPPORTS  

Community Resources and Supports Link
View a list of community-sourced and volunteer-curated resources and groups from Mutual Aid NYC. Groups are not affiliated with the government.

You can also call the Mutual Aid Hotline at 646-437-8080 to request help with food, applying to social services, and more.

Get an IDNYC card

Justice-Involved New Yorkers
Call the ACS Office of Advocacy at 212-676-9421 for concerns related to child welfare and juvenile justice.

The Correctional Health Services (CHS) Point of Reentry and Transition Practices (PORT) can help with medical needs/concerns. Call 646-614-1000 or email CHSPORTline@nychhc.org for help with prescriptions for people recently released from jail.

Re-entry individuals are eligible for certain public benefits. For more information, see the Re-Entry Benefits FAQ from the Legal Aid Society, a non-profit or call their hotline 888-663-6880.

Tax Preparation
IRS free tax preparation link

COVID-19 RESOURCES  

Low-cost health insurance from New York State
NYC COVID-19 Citywide Information portal
NYC WELL
Stay updated on the latest information about COVID-19

EMERGENCY FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE  

Burial Assistance
City Tech Petrie Student Emergency Grant
Emergency Broadband Benefit Program
Financial Aid for NYC Restaurant Workers
Free Financial Counseling
Get an emergency cash grant from HRA
Get unemployment insurance benefits if you lost your job
Relief for Federal Student Loan Borrowers

EMPLOYMENT AND JOB TRAINING  

Access nearly 4,000 free training courses through Coursera
Apply for no-cost training programs through NYC Small Business Services
Browse Immediate Hiring Opportunities from NYS Department of Labor
Career Assessment
Find job services and resources on WorkingNYC
Labor Market Statistics for New York City
Learn new skills through the SUNY Online Training Center
Occupational Outlook Handbook: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (bls.gov) — Explore Careers
Research Companies and Organizations

FOOD ASSISTANCE 

City Tech Pop-up Food Pantry
During the COVID-19 public health crisis, New York City is taking steps to make sure every New Yorker has access to the food they need.

Emergency food during COVID-19 from GetFoodNYC
Find Food Options in Your Community
Get free fruits and vegetables from CityHarvest
Groceries from NeON Nutrition Kitchens

Meal Hub: To find the closest "Meal Hub": text "FOOD" or "COMIDA" to 877-877, call 311, or CLICK HERE

NYC Food Delivery Assistance
The City of New York is providing assistance to New Yorkers during the COVID-19 pandemic by delivering meals to those who cannot access food themselves

Pandemic EBT (P-EBT) Food Benefits for NYC Public School Students
Reserve a spot at your local food pantry with Plentiful
SNAP (food stamps)

HOUSING ASSISTANCE 

Current Eviction Protections
Free Affordable Housing Application Assistance
Get assistance if you are at risk of becoming homeless
Get help avoiding eviction with the Tenant Resource Portal
Help for survivors of gender-based and domestic violence
Information on the general status of evictions in New York City Housing Court.
NYC Housing Connect
NYCHA Rent Hardship Program
Tenants' Rights and Housing Resource
The National Call Center for Homeless Veterans
(877) 424-3838
They will connect you to your local VA homeless program for a referral to HUD-VASH.

Report housing search discrimination with Unlock NYC
Section 8 NYC Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) Section 8 voucher holders having trouble paying rent because of income loss should email DTRAI@hpd.nyc.gov.

IDENTIFICATION CARD AND EMAIL ACCOUNT FOR CITY TECH  

Please contact the Public Safety Office for identification card

Student college email account information

REGISTRATION & RECORDS  

CUNYfirst
DegreeWorks
ePermit
Graduation Auditing and Processing
Office of the Registrar
Transfer Credit Evaluation

STUDENT SERVICES  

Accelerated Study in Associate Programs (ASAP)
Collegiate Science & Technology Entry Program (CSTEP)
Counseling Services Center
Office of Scholarships and Residency Services
Office of the Registrar
Percy E. Sutton SEEK Program
Professional Development Center
STAR Center
Student Life and Development
Student Success Center
Transfer Students
Veterans Support Services

WI-FI  

For access to Wi-Fi, please contact the City Tech Helpdesk:
Phone:(718) 260-5626
Email: Helpdesk@citytech.cuny.edu

Hotspot and tablet loan program

Public libraries may have tablets and hotspots, depending on inventory, available to loan to those with a library card and who meet requirements:
Brooklyn Public Library loan program
Queens Public Library loan program

Find a LinkNYC WiFi Hotspot
You can connect to free Wi-Fi through a public LinkNYC kiosk.

To connect, select the “LinkNYC Free Wi-Fi” network from your device's Wi-Fi settings, and register with your email.

New York Public Library Wi-Fi Hotspots
You can connect to free Wi-Fi from a public library near you:
Brooklyn Public Library Locations
New York Public Library Locations (covering Manhattan, the Bronx, Staten Island)
Queens Public Library Locations