Student Update

If you would like to add more classes, use Schedule Planner to find a class that fits into your schedule.

• Add/Drop Period:
  • The last day to add or drop Cycle A classes was September 9.
  • The last day to add or drop Fall semester classes is September 16.
• Withdrawal Period: If you drop a class after the add/drop period ends, there will be a grade of W recorded on your transcript.
  • The withdrawal period for Cycle A classes began on September 10.
  • The withdrawal period for Fall semester classes starts September 17.

If you plan to graduate in December 2025, you must apply for graduation by Friday, September 26, through the Student Service HUB.

Not sure if you’re on the right track? That’s what your Academic Advisor is for! They can help choose classes, figure out your major, and map out your next moves. Visit your Engage Portal to connect or book an appointment.

Gain an academic edge by taking advantage of free academic coursework tutoring or general skill-building support. In-person and online tutoring appointments are available! Fall 2025 tutoring appointments are now available. 

Welcome to the new academic year from the New York Tech Libraries team. We are excited to support you and your research needs in person at the Long Island Libraries (Salten Hall Library and Art and Architecture Library at Education Hall), the New York City Library, AND virtually through the library website. If you have questions, concerns, or feedback, please contact Millie Gonzalez, Dean of Libraries, at vgonza07@nyit.edu.

What you need to know:

• Call, email, text, chat, or make an appointment at Ask NYIT Libraries
• Find online library resources, search the catalog for books and articles, and request resources held at other libraries
• Borrow technology
• Tutorials, research guides, and schedule a research consultation through Research Assistance

• Review any Holds and To Do list items in the Student Service HUB to avoid delays in processing of aid or impacts on enrollment.
• Enroll in the Fall Tuition Payment Plan. The deadline for enrollment is September 14. Find out more.
• File the 2025-2026 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) online at studentaid.gov to receive financial aid, including any scholarship offers you received. You will need to create an FSA ID. Our federal school code is 002782.
• Apply for the NYS Tuition Assistance Program. Undergraduate students who are New York State residents are encouraged to apply for the NYS Tuition Assistance Program at hesc.ny.gov. You will need to create a user ID and PIN. Our TAP school code is 2120.

• Please submit all immunizations before September 17.  

• The last day to waive the Aetna Student Health insurance for all full-time domestic students is September 30. Vision benefits have been added to the plan for the first time!   

• Feeling stressed, anxious, or uncertain about things? You can make an appointment to meet with a fully licensed counselor by emailing counseling@nyit.edu 

The Student Research Opportunity Center (SROC) engages undergraduate and graduate students in scholarly research, providing opportunities to work with faculty on research and grant projects.

Gain knowledge and experience to support your career goals, while benefiting from experiential learning opportunities, broadening your career aspirations, and impacting research that benefits our community, society, and the world. Student workers may be compensated for their work on these projects.

As we begin our new semester and strive to foster an inclusive environment for all our community members, we would like to remind all students of the university’s Religious Observances and Academic Accommodations Policy regarding students who are unable to attend classes, participate in required course activities, or take scheduled exams because of a religious observance. If you have any questions, please contact the Office of the Dean of Students at deanofstudents@nyit.edu.

Download the Tech Safe App

New York Tech’s security app includes “panic buttons” to alert Campus Security or 911, location tracing options to have your travel on campus monitored by Campus Security or even by a friend or family member, chat and tip reporting, and an “I’m OK!” feature to let people know you’re okay in an emergency. Learn more about Tech Safe.

Please download the app from either of the following locations: 

Update Your Contact Information

It is important to review and update your contact information, so we can quickly inform you of campus emergencies, closings, and other important updates. Campus Safety Services Quick Links may also be a helpful resource for your campus experience.

No day classes are scheduled on Monday, October 13. Evening classes that begin at 5:45 p.m. or later at the Long Island campus or 5:30 p.m. or later at the New York City campus will meet as scheduled.

All our campus dining locations are now open for business. Find out more about campus dining services, including commuter non-campus meal plans, catering options, and more!

Long Island

• Cool Beans Café: Monday – Thursday: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Closed Friday.
• Riland Café: Monday – Friday: 7:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
• Salten Café: Monday – Thursday: 7:30 a.m. – 6 p.m.; Friday: 7:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.
• Education Hall: Tuesday and Friday 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. NOTE: Opening Friday, September 5.
• Jericho Residence Hall:  Opens Tuesday, September 2 (DINNER ONLY).
  • Operating Schedule as of Wednesday, September 3: 
    • Monday – Friday 
    • Breakfast: 6:30 – 9:30 a.m. 
    • Dinner: 4:30 – 7:30 p.m. 
  • Saturday/Sunday/Holiday 
    • Breakfast: 8:30 – 11:30 a.m. 
    • Dinner: 4 – 7 p.m. 
• Farmer’s Fridge: Take advantage of fresh, delicious, and affordable prepared foods in the new vending machine located in the Barbara and Peter Ferentinos Health Science Building (formerly Wisser Hall).

New York City

• Metro Café: Monday – Thursday 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.; Friday 8:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.

In addition to quiet study areas available in the campus libraries, students may reserve a study room in Anna Rubin Hall or Field House at the Long Island campus.

New York Tech’s Financial Success and Wellness program has some exciting new workshops and events focusing on topics from learning the basics of budgeting to finding scholarship opportunities to investing, and more! All events are available in CampusGroups, tagged with Financial Success.

• Drive Safely: Students are encouraged to drive safely, on and off campus. Find out how to avoid risky driving behavior.
• LIRR Shuttle: New York Tech is offering free weekday shuttle transportation between the Long Island Railroad (LIRR) Hicksville station and the Long Island campus. To board the shuttle, you will need to present a current and valid New York Tech ID. Seating is prioritized for students. Faculty and staff may ride if there are empty seats after all students have boarded.
• 511NY Rideshare: New York Tech is pleased to participate in 511NY Rideshare at our New York campuses. Sponsored by the New York State Department of Transportation, 511NY Rideshare provides resources and tools to empower commuters to make smart, sustainable travel choices. 511NY Rideshare has resources to help you plan your trips to and from the New York campuses, including maps, transportation advice, and ride, transit, and bike buddy matching programs.

We encourage you to stay connected through the Campus Rec group on CampusGroups, where updates and announcements regarding upcoming activities and events will be shared.

New York City campus: Check out the NYC campus recreation page to learn about a wide range of activities, including, roller-skating, rock climbing, ice skating, borrowing sports equipment, Citi Bike passes, and more.

Long Island campus: We are pleased to offer a range of recreational activities throughout the semester to Long Island campus students, including volleyball, badminton, soccer, and pickleball. Recreation equipment is now available at the Student Activity Center through the new RecRe box vending machine. Learn more at the Long Island campus recreation page.

Stop by to purchase reasonably-priced New York Tech-branded merchandise. September hours of operation are listed below. Additional hours may be added and will be posted on CampusGroups and student update emails.

New York City (116 W. 61st St., first floor):
• Monday, September 15, 12:30–1:30 p.m.
• Thursday, September 18, 3:30–5:30 p.m.
• Thursday, September 25, 4–6 p.m.

Long Island (Salten Hall, first floor):
• Tuesday, September 16, 12:30–2 p.m.
• Thursday, September 18, 12:30–2 p.m. / 4–6 p.m.
• Tuesday, September 23, 12:30–2 p.m.
• Thursday, September 25, 12:30–2 p.m. / 4–6 p.m.
• Tuesday, September 30, 12:30–2 p.m.

Our Grizzly Cupboard food pantries in New York City and Long Island are open for pickup! Put in your orders and make appointments now on Pantrysoft.

Grizzly Cupboard Pickup Hours 

• Long Island: Tuesday – Thursday, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. 

• New York City: Tuesday – Thursday, 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. 

For any additional support regarding food or other basic needs securities, please visit Bear Bytes or email us at bearbytesnyc@nyit.edu. 

Tech Threads provides New York Tech students with free access to new and gently used professional clothing and accessories for interviews, career fairs, networking events, and the workplace, as well as other career-related experiences. Our inventory may include suits, dresses, skirts, button-down shirts, dress pants, ties, belts, scarves, jewelry, and other accessories. Make an appointment or stop by today!

Access tools and support for:

• Email, my.NYIT Portal, Canvas, and Wi-Fi
• Printing, software, and student discounts
• Device discounts
• Password resets, training resources, and more

Navigating AI at New York Tech. This guide is designed to empower students to navigate AI academically, professionally and ethically. It will help you use AI responsibly and decide which AI is best for you

ITS AI Video Training playlist. These brief training videos will help you learn more about AI, prompt engineering, security and privacy, and more.

AI Resources at New York Tech

If you’re getting a new phone, uninstalling your MFA app, or resetting your device, update your MFA settings before making any changes. This helps prevent a call to the Help Desk and being locked out of your New York Tech Resources, such as email and Canvas.

• Call: 516.686.1188
• Visit us: Harry Schure Hall (Long Island) or 1855 Broadway, room 703 (New York City)