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NYPL's Intensive College and Career Access Network (ICCAN)

Whether you’re working on college applications or trying to figure out what career is best for you, the Library is here for you. Learn more about ICCAN below, and explore College and Career Pathways to see all the ways the Library can help you prepare for college or a career.

The ICCAN application period is now closed. Learn more about ICCAN below, and explore College and Career Pathways at NYPL.

 

What is ICCAN?

Participants accepted to NYPL's free Intensive College and Career Access Network (ICCAN) attend fun, informative workshops to help prepare them for their college or career path after high school. Workshops include: 

  • Test prep for ACTs and SATs
  • College search
  • Essay-writing skills
  • Getting strong recommendations
  • Financial aid and scholarships
  • College fairs
  • Career fairs

Participants also get one-on-one guidance and support from trained Library staff on their postsecondary pathway, including help:

  • Compiling their college list and figuring out which schools to apply to
  • Crafting a successful college application
  • Filling out financial aid/FAFSA forms
  • Applying for scholarship and internship opportunities
  • Building an eye-catching resume
     

What are the benefits?

Participants who successfully complete the program requirements are eligible to apply for a Magic Grant of $1,000 (for sophomores) or $1,500 (for juniors or seniors), which can be used to purchase goods or services that will help you reach your post-secondary goals. Participation is also a great addition to your resume.


Hub Branches

Bronx

Allerton Library, Baychester Library, Belmont Library and Enrico Fermi Cultural Center, Bronx Library Center, Clason's Point Library, Eastchester Library, Francis Martin Library, Grand Concourse Library, High Bridge Library, Morris Park Library, Mosholu Library, Mott Haven Library, Parkchester Library, Throg's Neck Library, Tremont Library, Van Cortlandt Library, Arline Schwarzman Building, Wakefield Library, West Farms Library, Westchester Square Library, and Woodstock Library.

Manhattan

53rd Street Library, 67th Street Library, 125th Street Library, Bloomingdale Library, Chatham Square Library, George Bruce Library, Hamilton Grange Library, Harlem Library, Harry Belafonte 115th Street Library, Macomb’s Bridge Library, Riverside Library, Seward Park Library, Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Tompkins Square Library, and Washington Heights Library.

Staten Island

Charleston Library, Mariners Harbor Library, New Dorp Library, South Beach Library, and St. George Library Center.

College & Career Pathways

Whether you're working on college applications or trying to figure out what career is best for you, The New York Public Library is here for you, with resources, individual counseling, college and career prep workshops, and programs to help you take the next big step.

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College & Career Pathways has been made possible thanks to the generous support of The Helen Gurley Brown Foundation.

These programs and initiatives are part of the Library’s overall commitment to our branch patrons and education programs, led by the Merryl and James Tisch Director of Branch Libraries and Education. Major support for educational programming is provided by Merryl H. and James S. Tisch.