Dean’s Scholars Program
The Dean’s Scholars Program is an exclusive cohort of incoming first-year students who are invited to participate in a scholarship-based program at Baruch College. Students may only join this program if they were specifically offered the opportunity upon their acceptance to the college, as determined by the Undergraduate Admissions Office.
Goal: To actively engage Dean’s Scholars in the Baruch community, promote Bearcat Pride, and support timely graduation within four years while maintaining the required GPA.
Objective: We aim to foster a strong sense of community among all Dean’s Scholars by providing a supportive environment, enhanced by personalized guidance from an assigned Academic Advisor and a Peer Mentor.
For questions about Admission into Dean’s Scholars program, please contact Keith T. Geraldino, Admissions Advisor, at Keith.Geraldino@baruch.cuny.edu
Compliance
Dean’s Scholars are required to:
- Maintain full-time enrollment (at least 12 credits each fall and spring semester).
- Maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.2 at Baruch.
Dean’s Scholars who do not meet these requirements will be placed on Dean’s Scholars Probation. If a student fails to meet the criteria for two semesters during their time in the program, they will be dismissed from the Dean’s Scholars Program after the second violation.
For more details on Dean’s Scholars Requirements and Benefits, please refer to this link.
Dean’s Scholars Special Events:
Look for official invites in your Baruch email.
September – New Cohort Only – Welcome Event
November – Informational event for all Dean’s Scholars.
February/March – Dean’s Scholars Panel for all Dean’s Scholars.
May – Dean’s Scholars Graduation Celebration (graduating seniors)
Financial Aid
Dean’s Scholars must submit the FAFSA (code: 007273) annually by March 31. New York residents should also complete the TAP application (code: 1409). Undocumented students must apply via the NYS DREAM Act. International students are not eligible for FAFSA or TAP.
The Dean’s Scholars Program provides students with a full-time, in-state tuition scholarship (up to 8 consecutive semesters) after all other grants and gift aid have been applied. Awards apply exclusively to the fall and spring semesters.
Dean’s Scholars are required to pay the school fees for every academic term unless these fees are covered by their financial aid. The Dean’s Scholars Program does not change student’s residency status. Check your Tasks and Holds tile on your CUNYfirst account for initiated tasks.
Students are advised to consult with Financial Aid Services when considering dropping or withdrawing from a class and falling below full-time enrollment. Falling below full-time enrollment may have financial and academic repercussions.
If you have further questions about Dean’s Scholars scholarship, please contact Alkida Shtembari, Assistant Director & Scholarship Specialist at Alkida.Shtembari@baruch.cuny.edu
Dean’s Scholars Program Forms
Dean’s Scholars may request the following:
| Part-time status:
Prior to your Graduating Semester
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Other Forms: |
How to Submit Your Request:
- Complete the appropriate form(s) and gather any required documentation.
- Submit your completed forms and documentation to DeanScholar@baruch.cuny.edu.
- Your assigned Dean’s Scholars Advisor will review your request. If no additional information is needed, your application will be forwarded to the Dean’s Scholars Advisory Board for consideration.
- A decision from Dean’s Scholars Advisory Board will be sent to your Baruch email from the Dean’s Scholars email account.
- If you have any questions regarding the process/application submission, please contact your assigned Dean’s Scholar Advisor.
Dean’s Scholars Peer Mentor Corner
Message from Dean’s Scholars Peer Mentor
Dear Dean’s Scholars,
Congratulations on your acceptance into the Dean’s Scholars program! As your Peer Mentor, I am here to support you during your first year and help you acclimate to Baruch College. Your scholarship not only pays your tuition, but provides informative programs, support, and advisement that will benefit you at Baruch and post-graduation. My job is to help you navigate your first year by building a sense of community among our students, bring awareness to all of Baruch’s resources, and educate you on the scholarship compliance and policies. I am confident you will excel in the Dean’s Scholars program and at Baruch and I am excited to be your Mentor for the upcoming year.
Congratulations!
Contact Us
Contact Us
Dean’s Scholar Program Admission: Keith.Geraldino@baruch.cuny.edu
Financial Aid Scholarship Specialist: Alkida.Shtembari@baruch.cuny.edu
Academic Advisement and Compliance: DeanScholar@baruch.cuny.edu