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Elmira College and Syracuse University have partnered to bring you seamless paths to several graduate program opportunities. These agreements save you time and money so that you can get a head start on launching the career of your dreams.

Early Acceptance Programs (EAPs)

First-year EC applicants and current EC students can seek early acceptance into one of 15 graduate programs across four schools and colleges at Syracuse University.

Why Should I Apply for an EAP at SU?

  • Secure Your Graduate School Plans Early: Transition smoothly from your undergraduate program at EC to a graduate program at SU without navigating the traditional graduate school search and application process.
  • Save Money With a Guaranteed Scholarship: EC Students entering SU receive a guaranteed scholarship equal to 30% of the tuition rate, applied each semester.
  • Advance Your Career: Earn a master’s degree from a leading research institution that will strengthen your qualifications and open new career opportunities for you.

SU Graduate Programs With Early Acceptance

This streamlined pathway applies to the following Syracuse University graduate programs:

Who Is Eligible for SU EAPs?

  • First-year applicants to EC can simultaneously apply for conditional admission to one of the designated SU graduate programs. Students who earn a conditional offer as first-year applicants do not need to submit a formal graduate application once they meet the conditions.
  • Current EC students can seek early acceptance at any point during their undergraduate careers. The graduate application fee is waived for current students.
  • Students must earn a minimum GPA to be eligible for admission to a designated graduate program. Some programs have prerequisite courses to complete while at EC. Students should consult with their advisor to ensure prerequisite courses are completed before graduation.
 

Martin J. Whitman School of Management

Further your business career with a Master of Business Administration (MBA) or Master of Science (MS) through our partnership with Syracuse's Martin J. Whitman School of Management. This opportunity gives you admission into one of seven Whitman graduate programs:

  • MBA
  • MS in Business Analytics
  • MS in Entrepreneurship
  • MS in Finance
  • MS in Marketing
  • MS in Professional Accounting
  • MS in Supply Chain Management 

Applicants to the programs will be awarded a $10,000 scholarship ($25,000 for the MBA program) and are eligible for additional awards.

Eligibility

This graduate pathway is open to current EC students and alumni. To be eligible, you must:

  • Have a minimum GPA of 3.0 at EC
  • Have a GMAT score of least 600
  • Be in good standing overall at EC
How To Apply to the Martin J. Whitman School of Management

Current students interested in applying to the program should discuss the options with their academic advisors. Alumni should email busgrad@syr.edu for program details and application.

 

College of Engineering and Computer Science

Want to pursue an Engineering or Computer Science-related degree even though they weren't part of your undergraduate studies? Eligible EC undergraduate students and alumni can receive direct admission into one of 12 master's programs at Syracuse's College of Engineering and Computer Science.

The available graduate programs are:

  • Biomedical Engineering
  • Chemical Engineering
  • Civil Engineering
  • Computer Engineering
  • Computer Science
  • Cybersecurity
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Engineering Management
  • Environmental Engineering
  • Environmental Engineering Science
  • Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
  • Operations Research and System Analytics

The pathway includes a bridge course designed to prepare students from non-engineering backgrounds with the foundational engineering knowledge needed for graduate-level study, ensuring a smooth transition into advanced engineering programs.

Eligibility

This pathway is open to EC undergraduate students and alumni who:

  • Earned a bachelor's degree in one of the following majors:
    • Biochemistry
    • Biology
    • Chemistry
    • Cybersecurity
    • Environmental Science
    • Forensic Science
    • Mathematics
    • Medical Laboratory Science
  • Have a cumulative GPA of 3.2 or higher at EC
  • Receive a faculty recommendation
How To Apply to SU's College of Engineering and Computer Science

Current students interested in applying to the program should discuss the options with their academic advisors. Alumni should email topgrads@syr.edu for program details and application.

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