Guaranteed Admission to NYU: Community College Transfer Opportunity Program

The Community College Transfer Opportunity Program (CCTOP) is a scholarship and support initiative designed to assist students transitioning from participating community colleges into various divisions at NYU.

By partnering with CCTOP, MVG supports the development of future leaders and professionals who will drive innovation and excellence across various industries. This collaboration reflects MVG’s dedication to integrating global educational resources and fostering success through strategic support and guidance.

CCTOP collaborates with several NYU divisions. Explore the eligible majors within each division by clicking the links below:

NYU College of Arts and Science (Humanities Programs)
NYU Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development
NYU Silver School of Social Work
NYU Rory Meyers College of Nursing
NYU School of Professional Studies–Division of Applied Undergraduate Studies
NYU Tisch School of the Arts BFA in Interactive Media Arts

Please note: The application and financial aid processes differ across these divisions. For more details on how to apply, click here.

Benefits of CCTOP

CCTOP aims to facilitate your seamless transition into NYU and ensure your success as an NYU graduate. Upon acceptance, you'll be connected with other CCTOP students during the New Student Orientation, where you’ll get familiarized with the campus and prepare for the upcoming semester. Once classes begin, your academic adviser will help you plan your schedule and inform you about opportunities such as research projects, community service, and faculty-led trips. Transitional seminars from the Office of Student Success and the Wasserman Center for Career Development will further support your integration into NYU. To complete your bachelor's degree, you’ll need to earn at least 64 additional credits at NYU.

CCTOP Partner Schools

CCTOP is available to students from the following partner community colleges. Students from other schools are currently ineligible for the award.

Bergen Community College
Borough of Manhattan Community College
Bronx Community College
Guttman Community College
Hostos Community College
Housatonic Community College
Kingsborough Community College
LaGuardia Community College
Middlesex County College
Nassau Community College
Queensborough Community College
Rockland Community College
Suffolk County Community College
Westchester Community College

CCTOP representatives frequently visit partner schools for transfer fairs, presentations, and workshops. If you're a current CCTOP student interested in visiting your former campus or setting up an event with a club or organization you were involved in, please contact us. Your success is not just a personal achievement; it brings pride to your community college and inspires others.

Eligibility Requirements

To be eligible for CCTOP, you must meet the following criteria:

Be currently enrolled in or an alumnus of a CCTOP partnership school.
Receive a nomination from a faculty member or administrator at your community college.
Have a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA at the community college.
Have earned at least 60 transferable credits, with a minimum of 30 credits completed at a partnership institution.
Submit a transfer application by the deadline.

Note: Meeting these requirements does not guarantee a CCTOP scholarship.

How to Apply

To apply for CCTOP, you must complete the Common Application for Transfer Students. Additional steps include:

Securing a nomination from a faculty member or administrator at your partnership school.
Completing the transfer student application.
For those applying to the Rory Meyers College of Nursing, 64 liberal arts and science prerequisite credits and a 3.5 GPA at a partnership institution are required.
SPS—DAUS applicants should visit sps.nyu.edu for specific application and financial aid information. These students must have completed at least one year of full-time study or earned 30 consecutive credits at a partnership school, have a minimum 3.5 GPA, and have earned 60 transferable credits.

Complete the FAFSA by the deadline to be considered for federal financial aid.

Financial Aid

While NYU does not generally provide institutional aid to transfer students, certain partner or specialty programs like CCTOP offer exceptions. Our financial aid counselors are available to assist prospective transfer students in exploring financial aid options.

MVG Service and Support

At MVG College Consulting, we specialize in guiding students through the CCTOP application process and beyond. Our team of experts provides personalized support to help you navigate the complex requirements of NYU’s transfer programs, ensuring that you meet all eligibility criteria and submit a compelling application. We offer in-depth assistance, from securing nominations to optimizing your academic profile and exploring financial aid options. Whether you're applying to NYU through CCTOP or other top schools like Cornell, MVG College Consulting is here to help you succeed.

Contact UsFor expert guidance and personalized assistance with your CCTOP application or other college admissions processes, reach out to MVG College Consulting: