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Macaulay Honors College

Designed to provide an outstanding educational opportunity for academically gifted students, the Macaulay Honors College offers a challenging undergraduate experience shaped by the combined resources of CUNY and New York City. Special features include interdisciplinary seminars focusing on New York City, mentors, internships, and study abroad.

Admitted University Scholars (as Macaulay Honors College students are known) receive:

  • free tuition
  • a free Apple iBook laptop
  • a Cultural Passport that offers free or reduced-admission to various cultural institutions and venues in New York City
  • a $7500 expense account that may be used for research and study abroad.

Read more about the Macaulay Honors College (from the Macaulay Honors College website)

Admission to the Macaulay Honors College is highly selective. The program, which operates from seven senior college locations, has its own application; it is independent of the general CUNY applications process. Please note: Honors College only admits incoming freshmen who are entering in the fall semester.