Columbia-Greene Community College follows the State University of New York (SUNY) policy regarding the admission of individuals with prior felony convictions. The College does not ask about criminal history during the initial admission process. However, after acceptance, applicants may be required to disclose felony convictions if they intend to participate in certain programs or activities, such as clinical placements or internships.
Ex-offenders wishing to enroll in credit or non-credit courses must submit a "Request for Study Form" to the Dean of Students. The form is available from the Admissions Office, Community Service Office, and the Dean of Students. The applicant will then meet with the Dean of Students and, if necessary, the Admission Review Committee to discuss their eligibility to study at the College.
Regarding registered sex offenders, the College complies with the Campus Sex Crimes Prevention Act of 2000 and New York’s Sex Offender Registration Act. A list of registered sex offenders is available through the New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services at https://www.criminaljustice.ny.gov/.
For further assistance or inquiries, you can contact:
Andrew Ledoux, Dean of Students
Phone: 518-697-6320