Options is a program offered through the Division of Special and
Opportunity Programs that provides academic and financial
assistance to eligible freshmen who live out of state. The purpose
of the program is to offer assistance to those who, because of
educational and economic circumstances, would be unable to attend
an institution of higher learning.
Students in the Options Program receive tutoring, mentoring and
other academic support as well as financial assistance. The Options
Program is funded by the Sister Julia Heslin, Sister of Charity
Scholarship Fund. Applicants accepted in to the Options Program
enter the University as matriculated students.
Contact Information
Mary Ellen Tirone
Director, Special & Opportunity Programs
St. John's University
Staten Island Campus
(718) 390-4547