What does HEOP provide?

1. Summer Program: More will be expected of you in college than high school, which is why entering HEOP students are required to participate in a four-week summer program before starting Paul Smith's College. You'll work with college faculty in this orientation to college life, which will help you build academic skills and become familiar with our services. You'll also get a taste of all the Adirondacks have to offer, as you hike nearby mountains and canoe on Lower St. Regis Lake.
2. Advising/Counseling: Weekly advising is provided by the HEOP staff to help you navigate any problems that may interfere with your academic work. You'll have access to academic, financial, personal, social, and career counseling.
3. Remedial/Developmental Courses: If you need to brush up on writing, math or science skills, non-credit remedial and developmental courses are available during the summer program and the academic year.
4. Academic Support: All HEOP students at Paul Smith's College can take advantage of one-on-one tutoring services through the college's Academic Support Center, as well as study groups, a Writing Center and more.
5. Financial Support: If you're accepted into HEOP, financial assistance is available based on individual need. All prospective students must complete and submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Once your need is established, the college's Office of Financial Aid will develop a package combining state, federal, and institutional grants and loans. Essential expenses for all HEOP students - including tuition, books, room and board - are covered.