SBL/SDL Application Checklist
We’ll Save You a Seat – Summer 2026 Cohort
There is still time to apply or finish your Summer 2026 application to the CITE/Russell Sage SBL/SDL Program
Application Checklist
√ Items below marked with a CHECK MARK are necessary for a fully completed application
∗ Provisional Acceptance Needs – Items below marked with a STAR ICON (∗) are necessary for provisional acceptance. Submission of these items will allow your application to be reviewed and moved forward for provisional acceptance. Once provisionally accepted, you can begin the program. Then, you will have more time to submit the remaining documents (typically by the end of the 1st term) as specified in your provisional acceptance letter from the college.
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1 Apply online
√ Link here: https://sage.tfaforms.net/217811
∗ Submit Application – Begin and submit your application even if it is incomplete
2 Transcripts
√ Official transcripts from all undergraduate and graduate degrees, certifications and courses must be submitted
∗ Master’s Transcript with 3.0 GPA – An unofficial copy of your master’s transcript will suffice for provisional enrollment
3 Professional Documents
√ Personal statement, Resume & Certification
∗ Resume – Showing 3 years of experience under your license OR at least 1 year with the understanding and agreement from the applicant that you will complete 3 years before the end of the program or you will be ineligible for SBL/SDL certification per state requirements
∗ Copy of Cert – this link can be used: https://eservices.nysed.gov/teach/certhelp/search-cert-holder
4 ProfessionalReferences & InternshipCommitment FormSign Off
√ Two letters of reference and one signature on the Internship Commitment Form – these documents must total three separate individuals and one of the three must be a current supervisor.
∗ Submission of One – Either one Letter of Recommendation OR the Signed Internship Commitment Form
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Important Dates & Contact Information
Please see below for Office Hours, FAQs, Open Houses, and Alumni/Faculty Meet and Greet dates
- Office Hours: Drop in and get application help, or ask questions – No RSVP required (just hit the link)
- FAQs: You’ll see some of the most common application and program questions answered – No RSVP required (just hit the link)
- Alumni / Faculty Meet and Greet: Network with Instructors and Program Alumni – RSVP required (click to register)
- Open House: Full presentation of the program, with a Q&A session after – RSVP required (click to register)
Questions?
Text – (718) 218-5452
Email – mia@citeprograms.com, diane@citeprograms.com
| Day | Date | Type | Time | LINK |
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Office Hours / FAQs
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| Tues | 3/17 | Office Hours | 4-5 | |
| Wed | 3/25 | Office Hours | 4-5 | |
| Tues | 3/31 | Program FAQ | 5-6 | |
| Wed | 4/1 | Office Hours | 4-5 | |
| Tues | 4/7 | Office Hours | 3:45-4:45 | |
| Wed | 4/8 | Program FAQ | 4-5 | |
| Wed | 4/15 | Office Hours | 4-5 | |
| Thurs | 4/16 | Program FAQ | 6-7 | |
| Tues | 4/21 | Office Hours | 3:45-4:45 | |
| Thurs | 4/23 | Office Hours | 6:30-7:30 | |
| Tues | 4/28 | Program FAQ | 3:45-4:45 | |
| Thurs | 4/30 | Office Hours | 4-5 | |
| Wed | 5/6 | Office Hours | 4-5 | |
| Tues | 5/12 | Program FAQ | 3:45-4:45 | |
| Wed | 5/13 | Office Hours | 4-5 | |
| Thurs | 5/14 | Office Hours | 5-6 | |
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| Tues | 5/19 | Office Hours | 6-7 | |
| Wed | 5/20 | Program FAQ | 4-5 | |
| Thurs | 5/21 | Office Hours | 5-6 | |
| Tues | 5/26 | Office Hours | 3:45-4:45 | |
| Wed | 5/27 | Office Hours | 4-5 | |
| Thurs | 5/28 | Office Hours | 5-6 | |
| Open Houses | ||||
| Wed | 3/18 | Open House | 5:30-6:30 | RSVP here |
| Thurs | 4/9 | Open House | 5:30-6:30 | RSVP here |
| Tues | 5/5 | Open House | 5:30-6:30 | RSVP here |
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Alumni / Faculty Meet and Greet
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| Tues | 3/24 | Alum + Fac Meet & Greet | 6-7 | RSVP here |
| Thurs | 4/2 | Alum + Fac Meet & Greet | 7-8 | RSVP here |
| Tues | 4/14 | Alum + Fac Meet & Greet | 8-9 | RSVP here |
| Wed | 4/22 | Alum + Fac Meet & Greet | 5:30-6:30 | RSVP here |
| Wed | 4/29 | Alum + Fac Meet & Greet | 7:00-8:00 | RSVP here |
| Thurs | 5/7 | Alum + Fac Meet & Greet | 8-9 | RSVP here |
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Questions?
Text – (718) 218-5452
Email – mia@citeprograms.com, diane@citeprograms.com
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