social work, and business have continued a presence in the Capital Region to benefit our community for many years to come,” the statement said.Fahy said she knew Saint Rose had been struggling financially for years, but that the news was a shock, particularly because the trustees had reported in a recent legal filing that the school’s “long-term financial outlook is more positive than it was three (or) four years ago,” the Times Union reported.“While COVID hit higher education hard, and the private schools even harder, there were opportunities for federal dollars and the endowment held close to par last time I checked* (about) a month ago,” Fahy said. “I did not see this coming, based on the totality of what I was hearing over the last several years from the trustees,” she said.Lawmakers are hoping to find a way to help those affected by the closure.“Assemblymember McDonald and I will be taking a lead role to work with the Governor’s office, the State Department of Education, the State University of New York, and the Higher Education Services Corporation to ensure seamless movement of enrolled students and support for these students in the future,” Breslin said. “I will be introducing legislation to ensure that any student of Saint Rose who may apply to The State’s Tuition Assistance Program for continued education will be eligible despite the school’s closure.”AdvertisementArticle continues below this adThe school has not released a detailed plan informing employees of who will be expected to work until the end of the year and what the college will offer students it cannot place at teach-out schools. mouseYuHaybgQ8i7EssJqd7KfwThose with information to share with the Times Union about the school’s closure can contact reporter Rick Karlin at [email protected] or 518-454-5758.
AdvisersThere are numerous resources for College of Saint Rose students considering transferring. Here is a partial list:The College of Saint Rose Advisement Center for Excellence (ACE)-Transfer CounselingCenter for Access and Success – This office can help students find a college to transfer to and help with things like scheduling exams and applying for scholarships.AdvertisementArticle continues below this adThe New York State Transfer & Articulation Agreements (CHARACTER.org) – House Bills made transferring smoother for students. A college also can better understand which classes a student has already taken and what classes would be left for them to finish their degree. A link to more resources and to see if your school is a part of the higher education system.A State of New York Transfer Opportunity Program (NYTOP), a transfer scholarship program that can help pay for college too.Again, check the admissions page of the college website or call the admissions office for the most accurate and up-to-date information or if you need more information for the colleges that students have transferred to.AdvertisementArticle continues below this adConsider keeping copies of all credit reports, transcripts, report cards, attendance records, faculty evaluations, awards, commendations, newspaper articles, good paper grades, you may receive from your school. These could be important for an application, if a college needs them. If you receive any letter or education decision notice, keep the original, and keep copies for your records. You may need them to verify the decision later.If you had a close relationship with a staff member or teacher, you may want to consider asking them for a letter of recommendation.The staff at the Career Development Center, Financial Aid, Disability Services & Support are also valuable resources for students to utilize while transferring to a different college. They can provide assistance in finding employment, adjusting financial aid, and helping to ensure accommodations for a student with disabilities are made.Those who need more information about the financial aid process can call 800-433-3243 and can speak to a Federal Student Aid Information Center. They may also contact the college they are applying to, because some financial aid information will be school-specific. For some schools you may also be required to submit a separate application for additional scholarship money. Always check with someone at the school to make sure that aid is being correctly matched with the student’s specific situation.Finally, remember that you are not alone. College staff, students, local organizations, and newspapers are all committed to providing you the assistance and guidance you need to help you succeed in this difficult time. Keep faith and trust in yourself.