The SEEK Program is offered at senior (four-year) CUNY colleges to New York State residents who do not meet traditional admissions criteria but who demonstrate potential for academic success. SEEK provides students with up to five years of academic support and supplementary financial assistance to ensure they are supported throughout their matriculation. Students can pursue ANY major at the baccalaureate or associates level while in the SEEK Program.
Hear from Real SEEK Students
Read and listen to inspiring stories from current and former SEEK students in their own words. Learn how our supportive community helped them unlock their potential through education. Their personal journeys showcase how the SEEK program empowers motivated students to elevate themselves and achieve their college dreams despite obstacles. As you read these testimonials from diverse students overcoming challenges, envision yourself becoming a SEEK success story.
I wish SEEK tutoring last forever since rarely, students have free and good tutoring services.
Alexandra Salvatierre
Sophomore
Thanks to tutoring, I had the support that I needed for the course that I was tutored in.
Tiffany Branch
Freshman
The SEEK ASC experience, which includes peer mentors, tutors and an IT Coordinator was the best thing ever happened to me because I was once a failing student.
Musa Sinera
Alumni
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Emma Mansarray
During my time in the SEEK Program (2018-2023), I had a great opportunity to help the staff. The experiences that I gained inspired me to strive to be successful. There was a time I first met the staff of the SEEK program, Ms. Mason, Dr. Jessica and others at the AB1 building. I was so shy while I was talking because I had just come from my country. The way of speaking my English language is different from the American way of speaking the English language. But they never judged me. I am so grateful to all of you. You are all a part of my journey. I will forever be thankful for all you have done throughout my life. And I will miss you all.
Sophia Frederick
SEEK was like family to me. They made sure I got the help that I needed for example, tutoring which I required, especially within the first and second school year. Also, the many other services they provided were greatly appreciated!
I was self- motivated. I was destined to go back to school and believed in myself. Even though I had some rough times, those experiences made me resilient and to get back up and work harder. I kept telling myself I got this, and to be successful I have to go to the extreme. I was determined to maintain a GPA above 3.0 and finish College on time. I finished College within the four year period with a Bachelor’s of Science in Biology and a GPA of 3.6. Thanks much to all the wonderful people like you.
Martiny Derameaux – Alumni
For a long time, the insecurity of being an H.S. dropout was that college was NOT for me, something I always told myself,” I was embarrassed and knew it was impossible, especially with having a 15-year school gap. Through my church and the SEEK program they have enabled me to pursue and obtain my degrees. “Having a support system is essential”. I am very fortunate to have a SEEK family that encouraged and provided me with the necessary resources like tutoring and encouraged me when my insecurities would kick in with content I did not understand in courses. My church prayed for and with me relentlessly. I am a college graduate because of the support I received. College is for me!”
Get Involved, Alumni
To our SEEK alumni – we need your continued involvement! Help uplift the next generation of students by giving back.
Help motivate current students by sharing your experiences. Mentor a SEEKer, volunteer at events, speak on campus, donate to our mission – any support makes a difference! Stay involved with the SEEK community that uplifted you. Fill out our alumni interest form below so we can contact you about impactful ways to help students achieve their dreams through education as others did for you. By giving back, you have the power to transform lives. Let’s unite to unlock potential in the next generation of SEEKers! For more information, you can send an email to Seek@mec.cuny.edu.