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Opportunities for Bahamian Students

From The Bahamas to New York

Exceptional Scholarships

At SUNY Oswego, Bahamian students access the power of a public New York education — nationally ranked for value, opportunity, and global impact. With scholarships, a welcoming community, and a lakeside campus, Oswego is your launchpad to success.

Destination Oswego: Your Path to a New York Degree

  • Up to $15,000 per year in scholarships — automatically, just by applying
  • Destination Oswego Scholarship: $9,000 per year for Bahamian students
  • Merit Scholarships: Up to $6,000 per year
  • The Public New York Advantage: Affordable SUNY tuition + scholarships make a respected New York degree more accessible than ever
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A National Partnership

Through a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Bahamas Ministry of Education, SUNY Oswego supports Bahamian national priority fields, including:

  • Business & Entrepreneurship

  • STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics)

  • Education & Teacher Preparation

  • Environmental Studies

  • Communication & Media

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The New York Advantage

Public & Respected

A degree from the State University of New York (SUNY), the largest public university system in the U.S., with 3M+ alumni worldwide.

Affordable Excellence

Public tuition + scholarships up to $15,000/year for Bahamian students.

Location, Location

Safe lakeside campus in Upstate New York, just hours from NYC and Toronto.

Recognized Quality

Ranked among the Top Public Colleges in the North (U.S. News, 2025)and one of the Best Colleges in America (Money Magazine).

Why SUNY Oswego?

Globally Engaged Campus

Students from 50+ nations create a welcoming, inclusive campus.

Hands-On, Career-Ready Learning

Internships, research, and global experiences prepare you for success.

Support at Every Step

From visas to housing, our team helps you transition smoothly to the U.S.

Real students. Real stories. Real success.Hear From Bahamian Students at SUNY Oswego


Meet Bahamian students who are building their futures at SUNY Oswego — supported by scholarships, a welcoming community, and a world-class education. Learn how they're thriving on campus, in the classroom, and beyond.

Talk with Aiden Wilson

Bahamian alumnus Aiden Wilson (pictured right with Oswego President Peter O. Nwosu ) knows what it’s like to study at SUNY Oswego — and now he works here!

📲 Message Aiden today to ask about scholarships, campus life, and studying in New York.

 

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Your Journey Starts Now

From The Bahamas to New York and beyond, SUNY Oswego is more than a university — it’s your launchpad. With a respected New York public degree, generous scholarships, and a supportive international community, your future starts here. 

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International Student and Scholar Services

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Oswego, NY 13126

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