Bring original documents in person to the SEOC Admissions Office. Please do not mail or fax documentation. Incomplete applications and documentation cannot be accepted.
Proof of income (one of the following)
- Tax transcript from the IRS (call 1-800-829-1040)
- 1040 / 1040A / 1040EZ tax return for the current or prior year (wage statements and pay stubs are not accepted)
- Parents’ 1040 / 1040A / 1040EZ (if you are claimed as a dependent)
- Public assistance current budget sheet
- Verification of income from Social Security, Unemployment, Disability, or Supplemental Security Income
- Worker’s Compensation award letter with term of disability
- Ward of the State — letter from agency
- Release papers from incarceration with date of discharge
- Homeless or youth shelter — letter from agency
Proof of New York State residency (for example, one of the following)
- NYS driver license or NYS non-driver ID card
- NYS motor vehicle registration
- Valid passport with address
- Public Assistance / Food Stamp card with picture
If you are not a citizen of the United States: bring your I-94 or Green Card.
A supplemental application must be completed at the time of documentation review. Additional documentation may be necessary after review — check your program of interest for details. If your specific situation isn’t addressed here, call the Admissions Office at (315) 472-0130.
Questions? Call the SEOC Admissions Office at (315) 472-0130.

