Notice to Persons Who Have Prior Felony Convictions

State University of New York Board of Trustees policy prohibits 51³ÉÈ˶¯Âþ campus admission applications from inquiring into an applicant's prior criminal history.  After acceptance, the University shall inquire if the student previously has been convicted of a felony if such an indidivual seeks:

• On-campus housing,
• Participation in clinical or field experiences,
• Participation in interships/cooperative experiences,
• Particiaption in study abroad programs.

The information required to be disclosed under 51³ÉÈ˶¯Âþ Board of Trustees policy regarding such felony convictions shall be reviewed by a standing campus committee consistent with the legal standards articulated in New York State Corrections Law.

Students who have previously been convicted of a felony are advised that their prior criminal history may impede their ability to complete the requirements of certain academic programs and/or meet licensure requirements for certain professions.  Specific 51³ÉÈ˶¯Âþ majors may pose challenges in obtaining field experiences, internships, or licensing for individuals with prior criminal convictions.  The programs include, but are not limited to:

• Accounting
• Adolenscence (Secondary) Education
• Art Education
• Early Childhood & Childhood Education
• Communication Disorders
• Counseling
• Music Therapy
• Psychology
• Human Services
• Pre-Health Professions

Individuals with prior criminal histories are advised to seek advice and guidance from the chairperson of the academic department regarding the impact of a criminal record on meeting the requirements of the major/professional licensure or certification prior to declaring the major.