Expressway To Your Success

The Queensborough Academies are committed to your academic success, from start to finish. This guide will help you get started on your educational journey. Take key actions along the road and complete your degree at Queensborough. You will be ready for the exciting transfer or career opportunities that lie beyond graduation.

 

 Get On Board!

Pre-enrollment

  • CUNY Placement Tests: Prepare for and take your placement tests
  • CUNYfirst: Activate your CUNYfirst account
  • Financial Aid: Apply early and check CUNYfirst for important updates
  • Academy Advisement: Discuss your academic and career options with your Academy Adviser
  • Registration: Use CUNYfirst to select your classes
  • Orientation: Be sure to attend
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  Get Connected

Before you begin your classes

  • Activate Your Queensborough Technology Tools
    • Office 365 Email
    • Blackboard
    • DegreeWorks: Your degree audit tool
  • Sign up for CUNYAlert! Emergency Notification System
  • Download the QCC Connect App
  • Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram

Check your technology tools often for important information and announcements

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  Be Proactive!

0-15 Credits

  • Go to class and study!
  • Get to know your professors by taking advantage of office hours
  • Continue and complete any remedial coursework
  • Attend Queensborough Academy and other campus events
  • Take advantage of the resources that can help you:
    • Queensborough Academies
      Learning & Tutoring Centers
    • Library’s databases, reserve materials
      and silent study lounge
    • Counseling Center
    • Career Services
    • Scholarship opportunities
    • And more!
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  Progress!

15-30 Credits

  • Make up, catch up, and get ahead with
    a summer or winter course
  • Meet with your Academy Adviser to
    review the progress of your college
    and career plans
  • Log on to DegreeWorks to see your DegreeAudit
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 Explore!

30-45 Credits

  • Research your post-graduation transfer
    and career options
  • Continue to build your resume with an
    internship, study abroad program or
    undergraduate research opportunities
  • Join one of our 50+ student clubs and organizations!
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  Prepare... For What's Ahead!

45-60 Credits

  • Confirm your graduation and post-
    graduation plans with your Academy Adviser
  • Finish Strong: Complete your associate degree  at Queensborough
  • Celebrate the completion of your journey at Graduation!
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Campus Cultural Centers

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Kupferberg Holocaust Center Opens in a new window

The KHC uses the lessons of the Holocaust to educate current and future generations about the ramifications of unbridled prejudice, racism and stereotyping.

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QPAC: Performing Arts CenterOpens in a new window

QPAC is an invaluable entertainment company in this region with a growing national reputation. The arts at QPAC continues to play a vital role in transforming lives and building stronger communities.

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QCC Art Gallery

The QCC Art Gallery of the City University of New York is a vital educational and cultural resource for Queensborough Community College, the Borough of Queens and the surrounding communities.