SUNY Erie offering free tuition program for adults starting in the fall
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Adults from New York who don't already have a college degree can apply to earn a free associates degree at SUNY Erie this fall through a new program.
New Yorkers aged 25-55 years old are eligible to apply to the SUNY Reconnect program. After financial aid is applied, the program will cover the cost of tuition, fees, books and supplies.
The program covers in-demand fields such as advanced manufacturing, engineering, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, green and renewable energy, nursing and other health fields, and technology.
Students who are already enrolled at SUNY Erie and those who have college credits can apply. In addition, students in the program can attend classes part-time or full-time.
Click here for more information.
Kayleigh Hunter-Gasperini joined the News 4 team in 2024 as a Digital Video Producer. She is a graduate of Chatham University.
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