GETTING TO KNOW UNION EVENT

OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION

Union College will be hosting an overnight college preview event for high-achieving students from diverse backgrounds. This event is designed to allow students to learn more about our academic offerings; give them an authentic view of what life can be like at Union; and provide opportunities to engage with current students, faculty and college leaders.

Because we understand that traveling may pose a significant financial burden for many families, the College will cover the entire cost of the trip, including transportation and meals.

See below for application requirements and additional details.

• Sunday-Monday, October 10-11, 2021

We anticipate our 2021 GTKU event will be offered in conjunction with a campus Open House on Monday, October 11.

Sunday, October 10

• To be announced

Monday, October 11

• Open House

• High school senior in fall 2021.
• B+ average or above in core high school courses (English, History, Math, Science, World Language).
• Enrollment in challenging courses (Honors, AP, IB).
• If applicable, New York State Regents Exam average of 80+, with ELA score of 80+, and no Regents score below 65.
• If taken: competitive testing in the 1170 or higher SAT score, or 25 or higher ACT composite score ranges. Submission of these test scores is optional.
• Genuine interest in learning more about Union's academic and community experience.
• Citizen or permanent resident of the United States.
• GTKU Application, including copy of high school transcript (with grades through junior year) and short answer question (50-100 words): Why are you interested in Union College?

• Completed GTKU applications are due by Friday, September 24, 5:00 pm Eastern Time.
• Decisions will be emailed to all applicants by October 1.

The selection committee will prioritize students from traditionally under-represented backgrounds. BIPOC students, first-generation college-bound students and low-income students are particularly encouraged to apply.

Please note students selected for GTKU will be required to:

• Submit Union's overnight consent form, with authorization from a parent/guardian, prior to their arrival on campus.
• Provide proof of full vaccination against COVID-19 or a negative COVID test (PCR test administered within 72 hours of arrival on campus) to participate in the event.

Details will be included with a student's invitation to attend.

Selected students should also plan to bring the following items for their overnight visit: Sleeping bag, blanket, pillow, towel, toiletries, change of clothes, device chargers, spending money, homework.

If you have any questions about Union's GTKU event, please contact Michael Moore, Associate Dean of Admissions, at moorem@union.edu or (518) 388-6583.