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JCC to Hold SUNY Reconnect Information Session on
July 22
Published: June 24, 2026 at
08:15 a.m.
By: Press Release
from Jefferson Community College
JCC to Hold SUNY Reconnect Information Session on July
22
Watertown, N.Y. - Jefferson
Community College (JCC) will host a SUNY Reconnect Information
Session on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, at 5:30
p.m., highlighting tuition-free degree opportunities for eligible
adults ages 25–55, including the College's new Health Sciences Associate in Science (A.S.) degree program. The
session, held in person and virtually, is designed for adults
interested in returning to college and exploring careers in healthcare,
nursing, education, technology, and engineering.
SUNY Reconnect is
a New York State initiative that provides eligible adults ages 25–55 who do
not already hold a college degree with the opportunity to earn an associate
degree in select high-demand fields tuition-free. In addition to tuition,
the program helps cover fees, books, and supplies after other forms of
financial aid are applied. Eligible students may enroll full-time or
part-time and benefit from flexible scheduling options designed for working
adults.
During the
information session, attendees will learn about SUNY Reconnect eligibility
requirements, available financial aid, academic programs, transfer
opportunities, and student support services. Representatives from
Enrollment Services and Financial Aid will be available to answer questions
and assist prospective students with next steps.
Jefferson’s
Health Sciences degree program 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 healthcare 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.
"Many adults
want to advance their careers or enter a new field but are concerned about
the cost of college," said Daniel J. Dupee, II, President. “SUNY
Reconnect removes that barrier and provides a pathway to in-demand careers
while allowing students to remain in the North Country and continue meeting
work and family responsibilities."
To register or
learn more, visit www.sunyjefferson.edu or call Enrollment Services
at (315) 786-2437.
SUNY Reconnect
Information Session
Date: Wednesday,
July 22, 2026
Time: 5:30 p.m.
Location: Room 6-002,
Jules Center (Building 6) at JCC and via Zoom
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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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