Pre-Freshman Summer Program
Congratulations on your admission to EOP/MAP at Purchase College! We are looking forward to working with you.
EOP/MAP provides this mandatory supplemental program in order to orient you to different aspects of the college including services on campus that are important to your success. We have planned workshops and activities which will help you to become familiar with college life. In addition, we will provide you with academic/financial aid advising. It is important to come prepared with a positive attitude and an eagerness to learn.
Our goal is to have this Pre-Freshman Summer Program equip you with the informational foundation that will help ensure your success. Great care has gone into planning this summer experience. The critical element in achieving academic success at Purchase is the time and effort you apply toward your college experience. EOP/MAP provides you with information and support but success ultimately is up to you.
This Summer Program is your beginning. Make it a good one!
When is the Pre-Freshman Summer Program? |
Both the EOP and MAP programs happen directly after the student attends the college’s orientation. The duration of each summer program is below:
MAP: TBD |
What is the Pre-Freshman Summer Program? |
As a freshman admitted to Purchase College through the Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) or Merit Access Program (MAP), you will be participating in a rewarding experience. You will be on campus for an extended period of time where you will get a head start on your college career by becoming familiar with the campus, its community, students and staff. The EOP/MAP Summer Program is mandatory for all first year students. You will live on campus during this time, which will help you begin to adjust to college life (academic and social). Students admitted to EOP/MAP must attend this summer program in addition to the college’s orientation session in July and the “Phase T.W.O. Orientation” program. EOP/MAP will fund the entire cost of the summer program, including a residence hall room and a meal plan of 3 meals a day. There are vending machines and retail stores available to purchase snacks. Transportation to/from Purchase College is the student’s responsibility. A Purchase College orientation fee will appear on your bill for Fall 2020. This fee is for the college’s orientation in July, not EOP/MAP’s Summer Program. You must actively participate in both. |
Check in/Sign in Procedure |
CHECK-IN PROCEDURE (before the college’s orientation)TBD
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What should I bring? |
These are suggestions of things you may wish to bring to the Summer Program. Please keep in mind that you will be here for 3 (MAP) or 3 (EOP) weeks. (You must bring your own sheets, pillow, towels, pillowcase and blanket). For your room
Clothing/Personal
You may also want to bring a sweatshirt for the air-conditioned classrooms. You must be sure that all items of value are locked in your room when you are away from the residence hall. Cell phones will be locked in a pouch at sign-in and will be unlocked upon checkout. The College/EOP/MAP is not responsible for any lost or damaged items. CarsParking is available on campus but you will need to purchase a campus parking permit. Please let us know prior to your arrival if you plan to leave your car on campus. You will not be permitted to use your vehicle during the EOP/MAP summer program. DO NOT BRING:
MealsPRIOR TO ATTENDING THE EOP/MAP SUMMER PROGRAM YOU MUST INFORM THE STAFF OF ANY SPECIAL DIETARY REQUIREMENTS. |
What will I be doing? |
Summer Program HousingStudents will reside in “Outback” residence hall. This is a corridor style building in which students live with a roommate. Peer Mentors are current outstanding EOP/MAP students who will also be staying in the hall and are accessible in the event that you need assistance in the evening. CELL PHONE USE IS NOT PERMITTED DURING THE EOP/MAP SUMMER PROGRAM. Parents will be able to reach you by contacting the EOP/MAP office at (914)251-6520 during business hours. You will also have access to computers for email, etc. Advisement/supportAll summer program participants are assigned a professional EOP/MAP Counselor who will meet with them on an individual and group basis. This is usually the counselor who interviewed you. This is an opportunity for students and counselors to become acquainted. It will also be an ideal time to get answers to questions regarding financial aid, course selection, housing, fall orientation, etc. Students will keep their Counselor assignment throughout their years at Purchase. However, students are welcome to meet with either of the EOP/MAP Counselors or the Director, as they wish. The EOP/MAP offices are located on the second floor of the Student Services Building. A link to the campus map can be found here. Office Phone: (914) 251-6520 Office Fax: (914) 251-6526 Email: eopmap@purchase.edu Instructional ContentTBD
Financial AidMake sure you have completed and submitted all necessary documents. It is important that you know whether or not the Office of Financial Aid has received all documents requested. You should have already received an email notification of your financial aid award letter. You can review your financial aid award letter via “myHeliotrope” on the Purchase College website. The Fall Semester Campus bill must be paid by August 15th in order to avoid late fees. Recreational ActivitiesThere will be some time for students to utilize the Physical Education facilities, which feature a fitness center, swimming pool, racquetball, tennis and basketball courts. Swim caps are required in order to use the pool. Students will also participate in Boundless Adventure’s rope courses. The admission fee to use the rope courses will be covered by the program. The following must be submitted to the college by August;
Freshman Registration Instruction Link: https://www.purchase.edu/offices/advising-center/new-student-registration/ Online Registration must be submitted by July 1st.
We are available to assist you throughout the summer with the registration process. |
Peer Mentoring |
Each Summer Program participant is assigned a Peer Mentor. This student peer will work with you to make your residential experience a positive one. Their role is to:
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Rules |
Participation in any of the following activities may result in immediate expulsion from the summer program, campus judicial action and revocation of your admission to the college.
Program Policies, Procedures and RulesThe EOP/MAP summer program is designed to introduce you to the college environment and to help maximize your potential for academic and personal growth while at Purchase College. In order to fulfill the objectives of the Summer Program, the following regulations must be observed:
Students must be in their residence hall by 11:00 p.m. each evening and in their room by 12:00 midnight. In addition to the above policies, all students are required to follow the college’s code of conduct. |