Your Aug. 24 high-school guide is a great service to students, parents and the public.

Readers should know that, of the top-ranked 20, eight schools are on or near CUNY campuses, with academic programs strongly linked to their partner CUNY college.

Another eight offer College Now programs operated by the university.

Early collegiate preparation is an important factor in student success.

Jay Hershenson

Sr. Vice Chancellor for

University Relations

CUNY

Manhattan