Council/Foundation Award
The Council/Foundation Award for service to the University is the combined award of the Binghamton Council and the Binghamton Foundation presented annually to individuals from the University community. Nominations should be submitted electronically with the nomination form, available on the Council/Foundation Award website.
SUNY Opportunity Programs: Graduate Opportunity Program (GOP) And Economically Disadvantaged First Professional Study (EDPS)
The Graduate Opportunity Program (GOP) is available to students who were former participants in the Educational Opportunity Program (EOP), the Higher Education Opportunity Program (HEOP) or the Search for Education, Elevation and Knowledge (SEEK) Program. The Economically Disadvantaged First Professional Study (EDPS) is available to EOP, HEOP or SEEK Program graduates who are entering the PharmD program.
To be considered for GOP or EDPS funding, follow these steps:
- File Your FAFSA: Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by the appropriate deadline. This is required to determine your eligibility for financial assistance.
- Submit Your Application: Complete the Graduate Opportunity Program/Economically Disadvantaged First Professional Study Application by June 30. If you did not attend Binghamton University as an undergraduate, the application will require you to upload a signed letter from your undergraduate EOP office verifying your participation in the program.
GOP and EDPS opportunity programs are available exclusively to New York state residents. For more information or assistance with the application process, please contact the Office of Financial Aid and Student Records at finaid@binghamton.edu.
