Niagara University Opportunity Program (NUOP/HEOP)

What we do

The Niagara University Higher Education Opportunity Program (NUOP/HEOP) was created in 1969 by New York State Legislator Arthur O. Eve. This partnership between the State of New York and its independent colleges and universities provides economically disadvantaged and educationally underprepared New York state residents the possibility of a college education. The Niagara University Opportunity Program is funded jointly by the university and the New York State Education Department (SED).

The Niagara University Opportunity Program is a comprehensive, academic excellence HEOP program designed for students who have the potential to pursue higher education. To ensure equity for all, NUOP offers academic support and financial scholarships for students with diverse needs who meet program requirements. NUOP serves NYS residents ONLY.