How to Apply

2023-24 applicants

Please contact HEOP Staff if you have any difficulties submitting the requirements below. We understand these are challenging times and want to work with you. We will be as flexible as possible with the requirements that allow flexibility.

Transfer Students

Only students that were in an opportunity program at their previous institution(s) are eligible to be considered for HEOP as a transfer student. Please inform your Admissions counselor and/or contact the HEOP Office if you were ever enrolled in EOP, HEOP, SEEK, or CD (College Discovery).

Transfer students must complete an HEOP application and an interview with HEOP Staff. An HEOP Transfer Form must also be completed by the previous institution. We can assist with the form once an application has been submitted.

New Students

There are several steps in the application process. Don’t worry – we’re here to help! To apply, submit the following:

• Paul Smith’s College admissions application
• Two letters of recommendation from teachers, guidance counselors or employers
• An essay
• Verification of 2020 and 2021 household income by IRS tax transcripts
• Campus visit and HEOP Interview (we help cover the cost of visiting for long distance travelers!)

The following items must also be completed:

• FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid)
• TAP (Tuition Assistance Program)

Submitting Materials Application materials can be sent to: HEOP Paul Smith’s College Pickett Hall 203 PO Box 265 Paul Smiths, NY 12970 Fax: (518) 327-6369 (Attn: HEOP) heop@paulsmiths.edu