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Photo by Dom Fou<\/a> on Unsplash<\/a>people sitting on chair in front of computer<\/p>\nThe statewide initiative encourages high school seniors, particularly those from low-income families and first-generation students, to apply to at least one college.<\/p>\n
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For all the news that the Hudson Valley is sharing, make sure to follow Hudson Valley Post on Facebook,<\/a>\u00a0and download the\u00a0Hudson Valley Post Mobile App <\/a><\/p>\n SUNY, CUNY, and 45 other private institutions are taking part, including Marist University, Vassar College, Pace University, Siena University, Fordham University, Hofstra University, and Skidmore College.<\/p>\n Vassar College in Poughkeepsie was just named one of the 10 best colleges in New York State.<\/a><\/p>\n \u201cEvery New York student should have the opportunity to pursue a college education, no matter their ZIP code or their family\u2019s income,\u201d Governor Hochul stated. \u201cThat\u2019s why we\u2019re breaking down barriers at every step \u2014 giving students more time and support to complete their applications and waiving fees so families can keep more money in their pockets.”<\/p>\n Deadline To Apply<\/p>\n The latest statewide initiative now gives potential applicants up to two months to take advantage of free applications, which typically cost anywhere between 50 and 90 dollars.<\/p>\n 2026 Application Waiver Periods More than 300-thousand college applications were submitted through the initiative last year, saving applicants more than 15 million dollars in total.<\/p>\n “New York is making it easier and more affordable for students to take that first step toward a college degree and a brighter future right here in our state,” Hochul said.<\/p>\n The Most Dangerous Colleges New York Residents May Want To Avoid<\/p>\n The Most Dangerous Colleges New York Residents May Want To AvoidA new list <\/a>shows the “most dangerous college campuses” in America. Many are very popular or prestigious colleges.<\/p>\n Famous People Who Went To Vassar College<\/p>\n Famous People Who Went To Vassar College<\/p>\n LOOK: Best Counties to Raise a Family in New York<\/p>\n![\"Vassar](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/attachment-vassarkarlrabe.jpg\")
Photo by Karl RabeVassar College Main Building<\/p>\n![\"brown](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/photo-1562774053-701939374585.jpeg\")
Photo by Michael Marsh<\/a> on Unsplash<\/a>brown concrete buildingCUNY \u2013 New York City Public School Students: September 15 through November 16, 2026CUNY \u2013 Students Outside New York City Public Schools: October 15 through November 16, 2026SUNY: October 19 through November 2, 2026Participating Private Colleges and Universities: Varies. CLICK HERE <\/a>for each participating school<\/p>\n![\"Follow](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/1791981734_347_attachment-No3_nextdoorpromo_newsletter.jpg\")
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