Nassau-Adelphi Gateway

A Co-Curricular Partnership

Beginning fall 2021, students enrolled in Nassau Community College (NCC) will be able to continue earning their associate degrees while living on and being a part of campus life at Adelphi University–and they’ll have easy access to streamlined transfer pathways to complete their bachelor’s degrees.

NCC students will have the opportunity to live on Adelphi’s campus and participate in University activities, while following streamlined transfer pathways for completing their bachelor’s degrees.

Benefits

The option provides students with the best-of-both-worlds, including affordable tuition by beginning one’s studies at Nassau Community College while taking advantage of the four-year co-curricular Adelphi experience which includes:

The option to live and dine on Adelphi’s campus
Please note that Adelphi Housing & Residential Education is currently running a waitlist for 2021-2022 academic year housing.
Participation in Adelphi clubs, recreation, and leadership development programs
Access to the Adelphi community and campus facilities
On-campus parking at no additional charge
Early academic advising from the Adelphi Transfer Student Success Team
Waived transfer application and deposit fees

Costs

There is no cost to participate in the co-curricular activities as part of this program. NCC students who choose to live on Adelphi’s campus will pay room and board fees applicable to their housing and meal plan selections. Room and meal plan options can be found on Adelphi’s housing website along with the Adelphi’s housing and meal plan costs.

Eligibility

This program is open to a limited number of NCC students each year. To learn more, NCC students are encouraged to contact the Dean of Students office by email at DeanofStudents@ncc.edu or by phone at 516.572.7376.

Adelphi Resources

Nassau-Adelphi Gateway FAQs

How much will the residential aspect of the program cost? Do I have to pay a deposit?

Registered students within Nassau-Adelphi Gateway are required to pay Adelphi's current standard housing rate for the specified room type and any applicable associated fees, including the $25.00 Resident Activities Fee. NCC students will pay housing, dining/meal plan, and residence hall fees to Adelphi University each semester based on the Adelphi payment schedule for all students.

Please note that Adelphi Housing & Residential Education is currently running a waitlist for 2021-2022 academic year housing.

Am I required to obtain a meal plan of if I am staying on the Adelphi campus?

Yes, NCC students who live on Adelphi’s campus must obtain a meal plan. There is an additional fee for the meal plan.

In addition to the NCC Student Support Services such as the Library, Bookstore, Physical Education Complex and Computer Labs – will I have access to those facilities at Adelphi?

Yes, if you are living on Adelphi’s campus, you will have access to the same or similar services.

How do I apply to the program?

To apply, contact the Dean of Students Office at Nassau Community College. DeanofStudents@ncc.edu or 516.572.7376. Students who choose to live on campus will be required to complete an Adelphi Residence Hall application.

Would my NCC Financial Aid cover my residential fees with Adelphi?

Financial aid students are encouraged to utilize excess financial aid from NCC to help pay their housing and meal plan charges at Adelphi. Private and parent PLUS loans may be available to help fill the gap, typically up to the cost of attendance. Adelphi also offers an installment plan for these expenses.

Will there be a shuttle provided between the Adelphi and NCC campus?

Yes, the shuttle will run between both campuses throughout the week.

Who do I contact with questions about the program?

For questions, please contact the Dean of Students Office at Nassau Community College:

DeanofStudents@ncc.edu
516.572.7376

Will I work with both NCC and Adelphi advisors throughout the first two years to ensure my credits are transferrable?

As a registered NCC student you will have access to all of NCC’s Student Support Services including advising. Additionally, Adelphi will provide NCC students who choose to apply to Adelphi with access to early academic advising from Adelphi’s transfer student success team.

Will I have both an NCC student ID as well as an Adelphi Student ID?

As a student of both NCC and Adelphi you will need to have a Student ID for access to both campuses and amenities. Directions on how to obtain student ID through NCC can be found on the College’s NCC ID Card webpage. Directions on how to obtain an Adelphi Student ID can be found on the University’s website.

What services are provided to residential and non-residential students through this program?

Through the Nassau-Adelphi Gateway program, Adelphi will provide the following services for NCC students who choose to live on campus:

Career Services
Library Facilities (cannot check out items)
Center for Recreation and Sports
Student Organizations
Student Life Events
Adelphi/Nassau Gateway/Student Affairs Assigned Mentor
Adelphi/Nassau Gateway Orientation program

Access to the following services will be available for those who opt not to reside on campus:

Student Organizations
Student Life Events
Access to the Center for Student and Community Engagement
Adelphi/Nassau Gateway Orientation program

Will I need parking decals for both campuses?

As a student of both NCC and Adelphi, you will have access to park on the campuses. You will need a separate parking permit for each school if you plan on parking on each campus. Directions on how to obtain those can be found on the NCC Vehicle Registration webpage and the Adelphi Website.

Programs & Courses

Continuing Education

Financial Aid

Payment

Admissions

Registrar

Academic Advisement

Placement Testing