*Transfer students who have not yet earned their associate degree but meet all other eligibility criteria will be conditionally accepted to the program and will be further considered if they qualify for reverse transfer and the associates degree will be conferred by the end of the first semester.
Accelerated Study in Academic Programs (ASAP) at Hunter College
ASAP at Hunter College
Accelerated Study in Academic Programs
About
ASAP at Hunter
ASAP at Hunter College is a comprehensive support program that serves transfer students who have completed their associate degree and have fewer than 90 credits at the time of admission.* The program helps students complete their bachelor’s degrees by providing financial, academic, and personal support. Students receive personalized academic advisement, career development, assistance with textbooks and transportation, and more. Our team takes a holistic approach to advisement, building strong relationships with students to help them define and achieve their academic, personal, and career goals.
Eligibility
- Be a full-time student at Hunter College
- Be a New York State resident and/or eligible for in-state tuition
- Complete the FAFSA and the New York State TAP application
- Students who do not receive financial aid, or who are unable to file, may still join ASAP; however, they will not be eligible to receive the tuition gap scholarship. We encourage these students to contact the program team to learn more about next steps and available resources.
- Commit to the following graduation timeline(s):
- Associate-degree transfer students with 90 credits or fewer: Graduate within four semesters
Note: Students cannot participate in ASAP if they are enrolled in Macaulay Honors or SEEK
Approved Majors
The primary goal of ASAP Hunter is to support students who have transferred to Hunter with an associate’s degree in completing their bachelor’s degree within two years. To meet the goal of completing their degree within two years, students in specific majors must have already completed certain gateway courses before transferring to Hunter College and joining ASAP Hunter. For inquiries about eligible majors and program criteria, please contact ASAP@hunter.cuny.edu.
CUNY Transfer Explorer (TREX) is a helpful tool to help you understand the transfer of credits between CUNY colleges.
| Major | Major-Specific Requirements for ASAP Entry Consideration |
|---|---|
| Accounting | Satisfactory completion of the following: MATH12550 (Precalculus), MATH 152, ACC 271 |
| Africana & Puerto Rican / Latino Studies | No special entry requirements. |
| Ancient Greek | No special entry requirements. |
| Anthropology | No special entry requirements. |
| Arabic | No special entry requirements. |
| Archaeology, Interdepartmental | No special entry requirements. |
| Art History | No special entry requirements. |
| Behavioral Neurobiology | Satisfactory completion of the following: MATH12550 (Precalculus), MATH 150, CHEM 102, CHEM 104, CHEM 106, CHEM 222, CHEM 223, BIOL 100, BIOL 102, BIOL 203* |
| Bioinformatics (Quantitative Biology) | Satisfactory completion of the following: MATH12550 (Precalculus), MATH 150, CHEM 102, CHEM 104, CHEM 106, CHEM 222, CHEM 224, BIOL 100, BIOL 102, BIOL 203 |
| Biology | Satisfactory completion of the following: MATH12550 (Precalculus), MATH 150 or 152, CHEM 102, CHEM 104, CHEM 106, CHEM 222, CHEM 223, BIOL 100, BIOL 102, BIOL 203* |
| Biophysics | Satisfactory completion of the following: MATH12550 (Precalculus), CHEM 102, CHEM 104, CHEM 106, BIOL 100, BIOL 102. |
| Biological Sciences with Specialization in Biotechnology | Satisfactory completion of the following: MATH12550 (Precalculus), CHEM 102, CHEM 104, CHEM 106, BIOL 100, BIOL 102* |
| Chemistry I | Satisfactory completion of the following: MATH12550 (Precalculus), MATH 150, CHEM 102, CHEM 104, CHEM 106, CHEM 222 and CHEM 223 |
| Chemistry II-Biochemistry | Satisfactory completion of the following: MATH12550 (Precalculus), MATH 150 or 152, CHEM 102, CHEM 104, CHEM 106, CHEM 222, CHEM 223, BIOL 100, BIOL 102, BIOL 203 |
| Chinese | No special entry requirements. |
| Classical Studies | No special entry requirements. |
| Comparative Literature | No special entry requirements. |
| Computer Science | Satisfactory completion of the following: MATH12550 (Precalculus), MATH 150, CSCI 127 |
| Dance | No special entry requirements. |
| Economics | Satisfactory completion of the following: MATH12550 (Precalculus), 152 |
| English | No special entry requirements. |
| Environmental Studies | Satisfactory completion of the following: MATH12550 (Precalculus), CHEM 102, CHEM 104, CHEM 106 |
| Film | No special entry requirements. |
| French | No special entry requirements. |
| Geography | Satisfactory completion of the following: STAT 113 or STAT 213 (Statistics) |
| German | No special entry requirements. |
| Hebrew | No special entry requirements. |
| History | No special entry requirements. |
| Human Biology | No special entry requirements. MATH12550 and/or STAT 113 could vary based on BIOL sequence chose |
| Italian | No special entry requirements. |
| Japanese Language and Culture | No special entry requirements. |
| Jewish Studies | No special entry requirements. |
| Latin | No special entry requirements. |
| Latin American and Caribbean Studies | No special entry requirements. |
| Latin and Greek | No special entry requirements. |
| Mathematics | Satisfactory completion of the following: MATH12550 (Precalculus), MATH 150 |
| Media Studies | No special entry requirements. |
| Music | No special entry requirements. |
| Philosophy | No special entry requirements. |
| Physics | Satisfactory completion of the following: MATH12550 (Precalculus), MATH 150, PHYS 111 |
| Political Science | No special entry requirements. |
| Psychology | Satisfactory completion of the following: MATH 124 or MATH12550 (Precalculus) or STAT 113 (Statistics), PSYCH 100 |
| Psychology with Neuroscience Concentration | Satisfactory completion of the following: MATH12550 (Precalculus), MATH 150, PSYCH 100, CHEM 102, CHEM 104, CHEM 106, CHEM 222, CHEM 223, BIOL 100, BIOL 102, BIOL 203** |
| Religion | No special entry requirements. |
| Romance Languages | No special entry requirements. |
| Russian | No special entry requirements. |
| Sociology | No special entry requirements. |
| Spanish and Latin American Literature | No special entry requirements. |
| Spanish←→English Translation and Interpretation | No special entry requirements. |
| Statistics | Satisfactory completion of the following: MATH12550 (Precalculus) or STAT 213 (Statistics) |
| Statistics and Applied Mathematics | Satisfactory completion of the following: MATH12550 (Precalculus) or STAT 213 (Statistics) |
| Studio Art | Satisfactory completion of the following: ARTLA 201 |
| Theatre | No special entry requirements. |
| Urban Studies | No special entry requirements. |
| Women and Gender Studies | No special entry requirements. |
*Only a letter grade (A, B, C, D, including + or -) will be accepted by the department in the required science and mathematics courses for the biology major.
**The BNC requires students obtain and maintain a 3.5 major GPA and a 3.0 overall GPA. These GPA indexes are required both to declare and remain in the program.
Program Benefits
As an ASAP student at Hunter College, you will receive a variety of supports to help you succeed.
Unlimited-ride OMNY Card
Textbook Stipends
ASAP Scholarship (for eligible students)
A Dedicated ASAP Advisor*
Classes with Fellow ASAP Students
Career Development and Academic Support
*Students connected to foster care may be eligible for additional benefits. Speak with your ASAP Advisor to learn more.
Program Requirements
ASAP students at Hunter College must:
- Maintain full-time enrollment each semester
- Earn at least 30 credits each academic year (may include summer or winter courses if needed)
- Meet regularly with your ASAP academic advisor and participate in required program activities
- Take part in career development and co-curricular learning opportunities each term
- Commit to graduating within the timeline outlined in your degree map (eight semesters for freshmen/continuing students; four semesters for associate-degree transfer students)
- Re-apply for financial aid each year (FAFSA and TAP) and accept any federal and state grant aid (Pell, SEOG, TAP, NYS Dream Act) awarded