Where it all begins
2025 Summer Program Dates: July 7th – July 25th
Note: The EOP Summer Enrichment Institute is a mandatory component of your admission to SUNY New Paltz
Location: Lenape Hall Main Lounge (Click here for Lenape Hall directions)
Check-In: July 7th, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Check-Out: July 25th, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
As part of our EOP family, you'll spend three weeks living on campus for the EOP Summer Enrichment Institute. By the end of the program, you'll have your fall class schedule set and, more importantly, build lasting connections with your EOP family.
Take Flight:
This checklist is meant to help guide you through the process of officially becoming a Hawk!
EOP First-Year Sample Financial Aid Package 25-26
Frequently Asked Questions
Checklist of Things to Bring
What Students will Accomplish During the EOP Summer Enrichment Institute:
“READY” – Defining Readiness
What does “readiness” mean to you? How do we support you academically, personally, and financially?
- Introduction to EOP, campus expectations, and academic/personal support
- Understanding the Academic, Professional, and Intellectual PILLARs
- Familiarity with academic requirements and your first semester schedule
- Building connections with EOP Advisors, staff, and campus community offices
“SET” – Laying a Strong Foundation
How are you “set” to succeed? How do we provide the foundation and support you need in this new environment?
- Developing a deeper understanding of collaborative advisement to enhance achievement strategies
- Exploring the Community and Health PILLARs
- Identifying personal motivations and learning how to use them intentionally to achieve goals
“SOAR” – Achieving Success
What does a successful start to college look like? How do we ensure ongoing support for your academic and personal growth?
- Creating new pathways to access campus and EOP support services
- Understanding the Emotional and Self-Actualization PILLARs
- Gaining tools for making healthy choices within the campus community
- Developing strategies to exceed your own expectations
* Weekends of fun include off campus field trips, on campus activities and alumni corner discussions and interactions.
