The New York State Back to School Guide is written for people who wish to pursue a college education in New York State after their release from incarceration. Its core purpose is to help readers develop a thoughtful and practical academic reentry plan to advance personal and professional goals. Additionally, this resource will be useful to college-in-prison providers, correctional education and counseling staff, community-based reentry organizations, and case managers seeking to support the educational goals of the adult learners with whom they work. This Guide is a compendium of information that can help you select an area of study, consider the educational institution you might like to attend, prepare for the college application process, understand your financial aid options and how to access them, and learn about the educational supports and enrichment opportunities that are available on many college campuses. We also provide detailed information about the City University of New York (CUNY) and the State University of New York (SUNY), the state's public university systems because many students will be attracted to the quality of the education they provide, as well as their accessibility, affordability, and the range of choices they offer. [Funding for this report was provided by the New York County District Attorney's Criminal Justice Investment Initiative (CJII).]