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Spring 2027 Course Information
ASL 112 - Basic American Sign Language I
3 Credits | 9:00am – 11:30am
A Whole New Way to Communicate
Did you know you can have an entire conversation without saying a single word?
In this course, you’ll discover the basics of American Sign Language (ASL), a visual language that uses hand movements, facial expressions, and body language to communicate. No previous experience with ASL? No problem! This course is designed for beginners.
You’ll explore:
- How to introduce yourself and have basic conversations using ASL
- Fingerspelling, numbers, and everyday vocabulary
- How facial expressions and body movements help communicate meaning
- The fundamentals of communicating visually
- How learning ASL can help you connect with people in new ways
Bottom line: If you have ever wanted to learn a new language that’s completely different from anything you have studied before, ASL is your chance to communicate in a whole new way!
College Now Eligibility Guidelines
Students must demonstrate proficiency in English (reading and writing) in accordance with CUNY proficiency requirements. The following academic indicators are used to determine eligibility:
- H.S. GPA of 85+; or
- ELA Regents score of 75+; or
- SAT Verbal score of 480+; or
- ACT English score of 20+
When Regents, SAT, or ACT scores are available, those scores take precedence over high school (H.S.) GPA when determining eligibility. H.S. GPA is used as an eligibility indicator when applicable standardized test scores are not available.
ENG 111 – Introduction to College Writing
3 Credits | 9:00am – 12:20pm
SENIORS ONLY
Find Your Voice: Writing for College and Beyond
Think writing is just about essays, grammar, and getting the right answer? Think again!
Strong writing is about communicating your ideas, making convincing arguments, and getting people to understand your point of view. In this course, you’ll develop the reading, writing, and critical-thinking skills you’ll need to succeed in college—and beyond.
You’ll explore:
- How to turn your ideas into clear, organized, college-level essays
- How to build strong arguments and support them with evidence
- How to analyze what you read and think critically about different perspectives
- How to improve your writing through drafting, revising, and editing
- How to find reliable sources and conduct research using CSI Library resources
You’ll also have opportunities to discuss readings, share ideas, and develop your own writing style.
Bottom line: Whether you’re writing a college essay, making an argument, or sharing your ideas with the world, this course will help you become a more confident and effective writer.
College Now Eligibility Guidelines
Students must demonstrate proficiency in English (reading and writing) in accordance with The City University of New York (CUNY) proficiency requirements. The following academic indicators are used to determine eligibility:
- H.S. GPA of 85+; or
- ELA Regents score of 75+; or
- SAT Verbal score of 480+; or
- ACT English score of 20+
When Regents, SAT, or ACT scores are available, those scores take precedence over H.S. GPA when determining eligibility. H.S. GPA is used as an eligibility indicator when applicable standardized test scores are not available.
MTH 113 – Introduction to Probability & Statistics
4 Credits | 9:00am – 12:20pm
Making Sense of the Numbers: Statistics in Everyday Life
Ever wondered how scientists test their ideas, how polls predict election results, or how researchers spot patterns in the world around us? Statistics helps us make sense of information instead of just guessing.
In this course, you’ll learn how to collect, analyze, and interpret data—and use numbers to answer real questions in science, health, psychology, and everyday life.
You’ll explore:
- How averages and other measures summarize a set of data
- How to understand variation and the bell-shaped normal curve
- How probability helps us think about chance and uncertainty
- How researchers test ideas using data
- How to identify relationships and trends using correlation and regression
- How to use statistical computer programs to work with data
Bottom line: If you want to understand what numbers really tell us—and how to tell when a claim is backed by evidence—this course gives you the tools to find out.
College Now Eligibility Guidelines
Students must have passed the Algebra I Regents AND meet at least one of the following requirements:
- H.S. GPA of 85+; or
- Geometry Regents score of 70+; or
- SAT Math score of 530+; or
- ACT Math score of 21+
When Regents, SAT, or ACT scores are available, those scores take precedence over H.S. GPA when determining eligibility. H.S. GPA is used as an eligibility indicator when applicable standardized test scores are not available.
PSY 100 – Psychology
3 Credits | 9:00am – 11:30am | Remote/Synchronous
Why We Think, Feel, and Act the Way We Do
Ever wondered why people make the choices they do—or why you do? In this course, you’ll explore the science behind human behavior, from how we learn and think to how emotions, personality, and social influences shape our lives.
You’ll get a behind-the-scenes look at how psychologists study the mind (yes, real research methods—not just guessing), and dive into topics like:
- How we learn and remember things (or forget them right before a test)
- What shapes personality and identity
- The science of emotions, motivation, and decision-making
- Mental health and psychological disorders
- How society and culture influence behavior
We’ll also connect psychology to real-world issues—like social media, mental health awareness, relationships, and major cultural trends—so you can see how it applies to everyday life.
Bottom line: If you’re curious about people (including yourself), this class will change the way you see the world.
College Now Eligibility Guidelines
Students must demonstrate proficiency in English (reading and writing) in accordance with CUNY proficiency requirements. The following academic indicators are used to determine College Now eligibility:
- H.S. GPA of 85+; or
- ELA Regents score of 75+; or
- SAT Verbal score of 480+; or
- ACT English score of 20+
When Regents, SAT, or ACT scores are available, those scores take precedence over H.S. GPA when determining eligibility. H.S. GPA is used as an eligibility indicator when applicable standardized test scores are not available.