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JCC Launches Health Sciences Degree Program
Published: June 13, 2026 at
10:30 a.m.
By: Press Release
from Jefferson Community College
Jefferson Launches Health Sciences Degree Program
Watertown, N.Y. - Jefferson
Community College (JCC) has launched a Health Sciences Associate
in Science (A.S.) degree program. Fall semester classes begin August
24, 2026. Prospective students may start the admissions process now.
Applying to Jefferson is free!
Jefferson’s
Health Sciences A.S. degree is particularly well suited for students who
are interested in healthcare careers but may not yet have selected a
specific profession. Through coursework and advising,
students can explore multiple career options while building credentials
that transfer to four-year colleges and universities. The Health Sciences
A.S. degree provides students with a strong academic foundation in biology,
chemistry, mathematics, and liberal arts while preparing them to transfer
into bachelor’s degree programs in nursing and other health-related fields.
The four-semester degree pathway is designed for completion in two academic
years. In addition to serving recent high school graduates and traditional
college students, the Health Sciences A.S. degree is also aligned with SUNY
Reconnect, a statewide initiative that supports tuition-free community
college access for eligible adult learners ages 25–55. Through this
opportunity, adults seeking a career change or advancement in healthcare may
be able to pursue the degree with tuition covered,
expanding access to high-demand workforce pathways.
"Healthcare
continues to be one of the fastest-growing employment sectors in New York
State and across the nation," said Daniel J. Dupee, II, President.
"Our new Health Sciences degree provides students with a flexible
pathway that prepares them for transfer and helps them explore the many
opportunities available within the health professions."
"Students
often know they want to work in healthcare but are unsure which career path
is right for them," said Donna M. Stevenson, Associate Vice President
of STEM, Health Professions and Business at Jefferson. "This program
gives them the opportunity to complete foundational coursework and explore
their interests while staying on track toward a bachelor's degree."
Jefferson offers
personalized support services, affordable tuition, and transfer
opportunities that help students continue their education while minimizing
student debt.
Applications are
now being accepted for the Health Sciences A.S. degree. Applying to
Jefferson is free. To learn more, visit www.sunyjefferson.edu/academicprograms or
contact Enrollment Services at (315) 786-2437.
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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 more than 50 associate degrees, certificates,
and microcredentials for career preparation and
transfer. The college also provides local access to bachelor’s and advanced
degrees through partner institutions; lifelong learning through workshops
and seminars; business and industry training; community-based research;
forums for the productive discussion of ideas and regional issues through
the Center for Community Studies; and cultural enrichment opportunities
that serve the entire tri-county region—Fort Drum’s military installation
among them. Jefferson, accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher
Education, currently serves approximately 2,400 students, many of whom are
service members and their families. Visit www.sunyjefferson.edu for
more information.
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