Parents/Families

Dear Parents and Family Members:

SUNY Cortland is excited to have our students back and taking classes (some physically on campus and some virtually). It's been a crazy year but we encourage our students to continue following the COVID guidelines and protocols as well as continue participating in weekly testing. For any questions, please visit our Spring 2021 Guide website.

If you have any suggestions/comments regarding the Family page, or to unsubscribe from the parent/family email list, please email Student Affairs.

Stay Connected

Keep in touch with your student by sending a package from home and we’ll be sure your student receives it promptly.

Check schedules for the weekend and break buses so your student can make arrangements to travel home and return to campus. For other transportation needs within and to/from Cortland, visit the Way 2 Go Cortland site.

Your Student's Success

Your student’s success stems from the care, concern and support you and your family provide, as well as what we offer at SUNY Cortland.

Our campus benefits include everything from that all-important Internet and email connection to an enjoyable and safe residence life, a variety of social and recreational activities, health and wellness resources, academic support and career services.

You can count on SUNY Cortland’s dedicated faculty and staff members to help your student succeed.

News

Lorraine Lopez-Janove addresses President’s List honorees November 09, 2020
University prepares for future study abroad September 14, 2020
SUNY Cortland a “Best College for your Money” August 25, 2020
President Bitterbaum condemns racism after George Floyd death June 01, 2020

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Make a Gift

For many students, SUNY Cortland is a gateway to educational opportunities and professional success that otherwise might have been out of reach. We invite you to contribute to our mission by taking advantage of the many opportunities for giving.

For Parents of International Students

Supporting your student’s education, especially at a college located in a different country and culture, can be exciting and concerning. You can rest assured that SUNY Cortland faculty members, staff, students and programs are focused on your student’s well-being. Visit our International Students and Scholars page to learn more about helping your student prepare for a successful experience.

Plan Ahead

Plan ahead for the many events that you and your student may be attending during the year.

Learn more about parking for these events.

Money Matters

Tobacco-Free Campus

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Contact Information

Division of Student Affairs
607-753-4721
Email Student Affairs

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Academic Advising

Every student comes to college with his or her own distinct set of talents, experiences and goals. There are some shared experiences among students, but your student’s experience will be a unique journey. Because you are important to your student’s success, we see you as a part of the SUNY Cortland community and welcome you along with your student.

New students are assigned to academic advisors from their major department early in the fall semester. For students who are undecided about what they eventually will choose for a major, the College has a Pre-Major Program with special advisement. Advisors for the Pre-Major Program are assigned through Advisement and Transition. Students can view their academic advisor (name and contact information) through myRedDragon.

Resources and important dates:

Academic Calendar
Drop/Add – first 5 days of classes.
Change of Major Deadline - Oct. 1 for spring major change) and March 1 for fall major changes.
Early semester feedback - Students will receive ongoing emails alerting them of their progress from Feb. 25 to Mar. 6.
Deadline to withdraw from a semester course – April 22 for Spring, Nov. 15 for Fall.