Enrollment Information

We look forward to helping you find the areas of study that best match your interests and abilities.

You can apply for any of our programs in-person at either location on the following days and times, except when EOC is closed:

Troy Location
Monday - Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
NOTE: Evening hours are available by appointment.

Albany Location
Monday - Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
NOTE: The Albany location is temporarily closed.

You may also begin the application process online.

To enroll in the EOC, applicants must:

be a resident of New York State for the previous 12 months;
be at least 16 years old and not officially enrolled in high school;
meet SUNY educational and economic guidelines for admission.

The Capital District Educational Opportunity Center is required to keep economic, educational and residency eligibility records on each student. Applicants are therefore required to provide the following verifications when registering.

Note: The EOC can help you get the required documentation. Stop in and speak to someone in Enrollment Management Services for more information.

Income

You must bring one of the following to support your economic eligibility:

Federal Income Tax Form: A copy of the forms sent to the Internal Revenue Service for last year.
Budget Sheet: Department of Social Services clients can receive this form from their caseworker. (Must have a current effective date.)
Social Security Benefit Letter: This can be obtained from the Social Security Office. (Must be for the current year.)
NYS Unemployment or Disability Statement: Bring your most recent statement or check receipt.
Retirement: Bring the most recent statement or check receipt.
Verification of Child Support and/or Alimony: If you receive this support, you must provide proper legal documentation.

Education

You must bring any of the following that apply to you:

High School Diploma or GED/High School Equivalency (HSE) Diploma
High School Transcript if under 18 years old
College Transcript: If you have attended college you must provide an unofficial transcript. (If you have a college degree, you do not meet the education eligibility requirements.)

Residency

To be eligible to attend the EOC, you must be a NYS resident for one year or longer. The following are acceptable forms on residency documentation (NOTE: If you are not a US citizen see section below):

NY State income tax return for last year. Or;
NY State driver's license with valid date of 1 year or more. Or;
NY State non-driver id with valid date of 1 year or more. Or;
NY State vehicle registration with valid date of 1 year or more. Or;
NY State voter registration card. Or;
NY State property deed. Or;
Lease for housing or vehicle in NY State. Or;
Mail (envelopes with canceled stamp), which shows NY State address over past 12 months. Or;
County Certificate of Residency documenting 12 month residency.

Non-US Citizens

Social Security Number: If you do not know your number, bring your card.
Alien Registration Number/Permanent Residence Card: If you are not a United States Citizen you must provide proof of legal residency.

Contact the EOC

(518) 273-1900

EOCinfo@hvcc.edu

Fax: (518) 273-1919

Locations

EOC
431 River Street, Troy, NY 12180

Albany Center for Education
30 North Russell Road (Second Floor), Albany, NY 12206
NOTE: The Albany location is temporarily closed.

Enrollment Information

In-Person Enrollment

General Eligibility Requirements

Required Documentation

Non-US Citizens

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