Student Update

There is still time to add Cycle B 2025 classes that start on October 27. Check out the course offerings (filter by session Cycle B). Use Schedule Planner to find a Cycle B class that fits into your current schedule.

• Withdrawal Period:
  • The withdrawal period for Cycle A classes ends on October 21. The withdrawal period for Fall semester classes ends on December 11.   
  Withdrawing from a class will result in a grade of W on your transcript. A withdrawal may affect your financial aid eligibility, immigration status (if applicable), and progress toward graduation. In some cases, your overall education cost may increase due to extended enrollment or loss of aid.

It is strongly recommended that you consult the following offices before making any withdrawal decisions: – Your Academic Advisor – Office of the Bursar – Office of Financial Aid – Office of International Education (if applicable).

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

We have recently published updated information regarding SEVIS check-in, international travel and U.S. re-entry, Optical Practical Training (OPT), and I-20 extensions. We encourage you to keep your documents up to date and to register for our upcoming  OPT and student employment workshops. We will continue to keep you apprised of any changes in policies and processes

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. Academic advisement for spring 2026 kicks off on October 6! More details coming soon.

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 Spring Tuition Payment Plan. 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.

• If you have not submitted any immunization documentation or contacted our office, please do so immediately.
• 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! Dental benefits are also included in our student health insurance plan.  

• Feeling stressed, anxious, or uncertain about things? You can make an appointment to meet with a fully licensed counselor by emailing counseling@nyit.edu 
• If you are interested in becoming a Peer Health Educator, please contact Esther Landerman at elenderman@nyit.edu for Long Island or Lynzee Medina at lmedin02@nyit.edu for NYC. 

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.

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.

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 is gearing up for the 2025 General Election (November 4) and needs your help to spread the word and get everyone to vote!  Students are vital in ensuring the New York Tech community is informed and excited about using their political voice this fall.  We are looking for 12 students per campus (Long Island and NYC) to commit at least 1-2 hours per week to the Voting Task Force. Apply today! 

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.

• Are you looking for info on the latest savings, campus support, and commuting services? Visit our new, student-designed Canvas resource hub, Resource Central: Your New York Tech Guide to Transit and Campus Tools!

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):
• Thursday, September 25, 4–6 p.m. 

Long Island (Salten Hall, first floor):
• Thursday, September 25, 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

What’s happening in Information Technology Services: 
Welcome back! We hope your summer was enjoyable and even better than you expected. ITS has lots of great news to share with you about new services and software updates. Read the ITS Newsletter for information about new services, software updates, and important changes that impact you:  

ITS AI website: Explore how Information Technology Services is transforming campus operations, enhancing academic and research capabilities, and enriching the student experience through the power of artificial intelligence.

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)