The Staten Island Advance has reported that more than 130 colleges and universities across New York State are waiving application fees for high school seniors as part of the 2026 College Application Initiative. CUNY is participating in the statewide effort to make higher education more accessible, with application fee waivers available through November 16 for eligible students. The initiative aims to encourage students, particularly those from low-income families and first-generation college students, to explore their college options.
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