SUNY RECONNECT
FREE EDUCATION
FOR ADULT LEARNERS AT NASSAU COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Recognizing that higher education can be the pathway to economic opportunity and upward mobility, the SUNY Reconnect program provides free associate degrees in eligible programs for New Yorkers 25 to 55 years old with no college degree. Boost your earning power with a free associate degree from NCC in high-demand fields like cybersecurity, medical assistant, information technology, and more!
WHO IS ELIGIBLE?
New Yorkers 25–55 years old without a college degree who enroll in an eligible full-time or part-time associate degree program. Students must take a minimum of six credits per semester and complete their degree within ten semesters. See SUNY’s FAQ for more details regarding student eligibility and financial aid.
FAQ
WHAT COSTS ARE COVERED?
The SUNY Reconnect program covers the cost of tuition, fees, books, and supplies after all other financial aid is applied. It does not cover housing.
READY TO UPGRADE YOUR CAREER?
Explore NCC’s eligible programs for SUNY Reconnect—offering pathways to careers in high-demand fields.*
*Some academic programs may have reached capacity for Fall 2025. Additionally, certain programs may require pre-requisite coursework. For detailed information, please refer to the Program Requirement Chart. If you have any questions or need guidance on your next steps, we’re here to help. Please fill out the Request Information Form and a member of our team will get back to you.
†Please note the Nursing program is a multi-award program, with courses offered at
both Nassau Community College and SUNY Empire State University. Only Nassau Community
College courses are eligible for coverage under the SUNY Reconnect program.
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