New initiative covers tuition, fees, books, and supplies for New Yorkers aged 25 鈥� 55 seeking high-demand careers.
(SUFFERN, NY) June 16, 2025 鈥� Starting this Fall, Rockland Community College (RCC) will offer free tuition for eligible adults through , a new initiative designed to help more New Yorkers earn a college degree.
SUNY Reconnect is available to New York residents between the ages of 25 and 55 who have not previously completed a college degree and who enroll in full-time or part-time associate degree programs in high demand fields.
Eligible RCC programs include:
- Automotive Technology
- Cyber Security
- Education (Adolescent, Childhood, or Early Childhood)
- Engineering Science
- Environmental Science
- Healthcare Science
- Information Technology
- Math and Computer Science
- Nursing
- Occupational Therapy Assistant
“SUNY Reconnect aligns perfectly with Rockland Community College’s mission to provide our community a high-quality, purpose driven education that is both affordable and accessible,” said Dr. William Mullaney, President of Rockland Community College. “This will be a life-changing opportunity for adult learners to build the skills for today鈥檚 job market.”
To get started, eligible adult learners simply at no cost, complete the , and then complete the .
For more information about SUNY Reconnect at 爆走吃瓜, please visit sunyrockland.edu/freecc or call the RCC Admissions office at 845-574-4224.
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