CUNY EDGE

CUNY EDGE (Educate, Develop, Graduate and Empower) is a collaboration between the City University of New York and the New York City Human Resources Administration (HRA). The goal of the program is to support the needs of students receiving government assistance and pursuing an undergraduate degree at CUNY.

CUNY EDGE balances academic advising and personal support with career and employment readiness, leadership development, and community engagement while maintaining students’ compliance with HRA regulations. The program integrates elements of successful college completion programs with work opportunities, personal development, and academic excellence.

Vision

CUNY EDGE envisions a world in which all people have access to the educational opportunities and support needed to realize academic success, a sustainable career, and a brighter future.

Mission

The mission of CUNY EDGE is to help CUNY students who are receiving public assistance achieve academic excellence, graduate on time, and find employment.

Eligibility

To be eligible to participate in CUNY EDGE, a student:

• Must have an active HRA Cash Assistance case
• Must be enrolled as an undergraduate at CUNY

CUNY EDGE students can participate in other success programs including ASAP, ACE, College Discovery, and SEEK, at the same time as CUNY EDGE.