The Department of Education has distributed funds to colleges and universities through the CARES Act, which are to be used as direct aid to assist students who have been directly impacted by COVID-19. Learn more/apply
Please review the Principles and Framework Guiding Phased–In University Research Activity at SUNY Poly (pdf) document for guidance.
We have compiled FAQs specifically geared toward our international students (pdf). If you have any additional questions, please email international@sunypoly.edu.
The Office of the State Comptroller has decided to mail paper paystubs to employees temporarily. The paystub will be mailed to the address on file. If you have a paper paystub, and would like to opt out of having a paper stub, the directions are below. Please follow these instructions to opt out of a paper paystub: Go to the HR portal where you log your Time and Attendance Click on NYS Payroll Online From…
Out of an abundance of caution to ensure everyone’s health and safety, starting on 03/31/2020 at 5:00 AM, NY CREATES will be conducting temperature screening as a condition of entry. If possible, take your temperature at home prior to coming to the site. If it is elevated or you are feeling ill, PLEASE DO NOT COME TO THE SITE. Persons entering Tri Centennial Dr. will be directed to the G lot or visitor lot to…
Unfortunately, we must postpone our Commencement ceremonies. As SUNY Poly continues to promote the health and wellness of our community by aiming to slow the spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19), we have made the unfortunate, but necessary, decision to postpone SUNY Poly’s 46th annual commencement ceremonies at both our Albany and Utica campuses. View full message from Interim President Dr. Grace Wang (pdf)
Yes – students now have until May 1, 2020 to drop a class by completing an add/drop form. Students dropping a class at this point in the semester will receive a “W” grade. W grades do not have an impact on a student’s GPA. However, dropping a class may impact financial aid, both in the current semester and in future semesters. Students are strongly advised to consult the financial aid office to understand the impact…
Refunds will be assessed to student accounts once they have successfully completed the check-out process (at a time determined to be safe), following the steps above. Please note, refunds may take several weeks to post your Student Account.
For Utica campus residential students returning to SUNY Poly in the fall ‘20, we intend to credit unused room and meal plan fees to your account. For students graduating in spring ‘20 or summer ‘20, refunds will be assessed to your account. These will only be applicable to your room and board charges and cannot be applied toward tuition or a previous outstanding balance. To be eligible for a refund/credit, a student must: Have paid…
Utica campus students: If you have a fever with a cough and/or shortness of breath after having visited a part of the world in which there is believed to be widespread or sustained community transmission in the past two weeks follow these steps: self-isolate call the Wellness Center, 315-792-7172 to speak to someone before arriving at the facility (located in the Campus Center, Suite 217). Josephine Ruffrage, Wellness Center Director Albany campus students: If you…