Citizenship and Civic Engagement: How to Apply

How to Apply as a High School Student

If you are a current high school student applying to Syracuse University, make sure to indicate Citizenship and Civic Engagement as your first choice major on the Common Application. Early Decision students are welcome to apply in the fall.

Visit Syracuse University Admissions for deadlines and more information.

How to Apply as a Current Syracuse University Student

If you are a current first-year student or first-semester sophomore at Syracuse University, you still need to apply to the CCE program. Please schedule an appointment to meet with Dr. Julia Carboni or Amy Schmidt by emailing cceapplications@syr.edu.We admit new students on a rolling basis, but space is limited, so we encourage you to reach out as soon as you know CCE is the major for you. We want to chat with prospective CCE students to discuss how adding the major will enhance your academic and post-graduation career, and to plan your course schedule to ensure you will be able complete CCE requirements on time. In addition to strong academic performance, we look for students who are actively involved in meaningful public service activities on or off campus. 

Application Deadlines

To ensure a program start in Spring Semester:  Apply before November 1^st.

To ensure a program start in Fall Semester:  Apply before March 1^st .

Successful applicants will be notified before Spring Registration begins in November and Fall Registration begins in March.

Applications have closed for the Classes of 2023 and 2024.  Spaces remain open for the Classes of 2025 and 2026.