It’s the 2024 Primary Election Season! Vote for the change you want to see!
The primary election in New York is on June 25. You will be voting for U.S. Senate and Congress and NYS legislative officials. Here’s everything you need to know for this very important election.
CUNY Votes is a comprehensive, non-partisan initiative whose mission is to promote student voter registration, voter participation and voter awareness through campus based activities, external partnerships and University-wide campaigns.
You can now register to vote online through the DMV with a State issued ID and apply for an absentee ballot online.
- Voter Registration Deadline: June 15, 2024
- Early Voting: June 15 – June 23, 2024
- Primary Election: June 25, 2024
Register to Vote Through the CUNYFirst Menu
Primary Election Deadline: June 15, 2024
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Become a Pollworker
In New York City, you can earn some serious cash by working in a variety of pollworker jobs, including election inspector and interpreter. It’s also a great way to be directly involved in the democratic process.
Who Represents Me?
Every New Yorker has more than a dozen elected officials who represent them, ranging from the president to the chair of your Community Board. Look up who they are here.
CUNY Voter Registration Coordinators
Every CUNY college has a designated Voter Registration Coordinator. Seek out yours for help with registering to vote, and questions about events or activities your campus is hosting for voter registration and to get out the vote.
A How-To-Guide for Registering to Vote
Registering to vote is easier than you think, especially using CUNY’s special registration form accessible directly on CUNYfirst. Take a look at our guide or PDF version to figure out your best option.
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“The City University of New York is proud of the role it plays in helping our diverse students find their voice and claim their seat at democracy’s table.”
– Chancellor Félix V. Matos Rodríguez
Register to Vote
- NYS Voter Registration Form-CUNYfirst (log on)
- NYS Voter Registration Form
- NYS Absentee Ballot Application
Voter Education
Government Sources:
New York State Political Parties:
Key Voting & Election Dates
2024 is an important voting year for this Country. New York City residents will select a presidential primary candidate to be on the ballot for the general election. Save these dates so you don’t miss out on the opportunity to express your voice.
June 15, 2024
Voter Registration Deadline for Primary Election
June 15, 2024
Deadline for Board of Elections to receive absentee ballot application by mail, online or fax
June 15 – June 23, 2024
Early Voting for General Election
June 24, 2024
Deadline to apply in person for an absentee ballot
June 25, 2024
Deadline to postmark/deliver your absentee ballot
June 25, 2024
Primary Election Day