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Adults Aged 25-55 Now Eligible to Earn No Cost,
Industry-Specific Degrees at JCC Through SUNY Reconnect Program
Published: May 21, 2025 at
07:00 p.m.
By: Press Release
from Jefferson Community College
Adults 25-55 Now Eligible to Earn No Cost,
Industry-Specific Degrees at JCC through SUNY Reconnect Program
Beginning Fall 2025, Registration is Open!
Governor Kathy
Hochul’s “New York State Opportunity Promise” initiative recognizes that
higher education is a pathway to economic opportunity and upward
mobility—and Jefferson Community College is ready to help. To support this
effort, New York State launched SUNY Reconnect, a program
designed to remove barriers for adult learners ages 25–55. Through SUNY
Reconnect, eligible New York State residents who have not yet earned a
college degree can, after filling out the Free Application for Federal
Student Aid (FAFSA), receive extra funding to cover any additional costs
for tuition, fees and books. Students will not need to take out student
loans!
JCC President Dr.
Daniel Dupee states, “Jefferson Community College is proud to support
Governor Hochul’s bold vision to expand access to higher education for
adult learners through the SUNY Reconnect initiative. We remain committed
to providing the guidance, flexibility, and academic excellence necessary
to help students achieve their educational and career goals.”
Associate Vice
President of Enrollment Services Paul Keller adds, “The programs eligible
through SUNY Reconnect—including nursing, education, computer science, and
engineering—are intentionally aligned with workforce needs, giving students
a clear pathway to meaningful, in-demand careers.”
With increased
state funding and support, there’s never been a better time for adults to
go to college. Dedicated advising will be available for those entering the
SUNY Reconnect program to help guide students through the course selection
and scheduling process, to help alleviate the stress of trying to fit
college into a busy lifestyle, for those who work full or part time and
have family commitments outside the classroom.
As part of the
SUNY Reconnect initiative, the following JCC programs are eligible:
Financial
assistance is in place—now, do you need a flexible schedule to make college
happen?
Jefferson offers
courses in multiple formats to fit today’s busy lifestyles:
- Online asynchronous (no set meeting time)
- Online synchronous (live virtual classes)
- Hybrid (a mix of online and on-campus
instruction)
- In-person
These flexible
options make it possible for working adults, parents, and career changers
to earn a degree on their own time.
To learn more
about SUNY Reconnect, eligible programs at Jefferson, and to submit your
free admission application online, visit www.sunyjefferson.edu/freecc or
contact Enrollment Services at (315) 786-2437.
Fall Semester
2025
Early Session
(8-week classes): August 25, 2025-October 16, 2025
Full semester:
August 25, 2025
Late Session
(8-week classes): October 20, 2025-December 12, 2025
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About Jefferson
Community College
Established on
November 7, 1961, Jefferson Community College was the area’s first
institution of higher education. Supervised by the State University of New
York (SUNY), Jefferson offers 50+ associate degrees, certificates and microcredentials for career preparation or transfer;
local access to bachelor’s and advanced degrees through partner
institutions; lifelong learning through workshops and seminars; business
and industry training; and provides community-based research and a forum
for the productive discussion of ideas and issues of significance to the
community through the Center for Community Studies. Jefferson is accredited
by the Middle States Association and currently serves approximately 2,500
students, including a significant number of service members and their
families. Please visit www.sunyjefferson.edu/about for more information.
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