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SUNY Sullivan offering ‘free’ programs as part of SUNY Reconnect

SUNY Sullivan taking part a new program for New York residents ages 25–55 who do not have a college degree. The purpose of SUNY Reconnect is to provide individuals with the opportunity to earn an associate degree and expand their career opportunities. One of the available degrees is an Associate of Arts degree in Childhood Education, which offers aides a pathway to become certified teaching assistants and may inspire them to pursue teaching careers in the future.

The program covers tuition, fees, books and supplies, making it essentially free for eligible participants.

Who is eligible?

  • New York Residents ages 25-55 without a high school diploma or with a diploma but no college degree.
  • Those who enroll full- or part-time in an eligible associate degree at SUNY Sullivan:
    • Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Counseling, Associate of Applied Science
    • Childhood Education, Associate of Arts
    • Green Building Technology, Associate of Applied Science
    • Computer Information Systems, Associate of Applied Science
    • Computer Programming, Associate of Applied Science
    • Respiratory Care, Associate of Applied Science
    • Medical Assistant, Associate of Applied Science
    • Nursing, Associate of Applied Science

What does “free” mean?

The SUNY Reconnect program covers the cost of tuition, fees, books and supplies after all other financial aid is applied. Housing is not covered.

How do I get started?

Visit https://sunysullivan.edu/and select APPLY to complete a free application. Choose one of the programs listed above and start your free journey with SUNY Sullivan.

How do I enroll?

After you’ve submitted your application, SUNY Sullivan will send you a letter and an email with details on the next steps.

  • Submit final high school or GED transcript
    • Please contact the high school guidance office of the high school you graduated  from and request that they send your official transcript to admissions@sunysullivan.edu.
    • If you have earned a GED, please email photos of your certificate and transcript to admissions@sunysullivan.edu.
  • Submit official Advanced Placement (AP), International Baccalaureate (IB), CLEP, and/or college transcripts
    • If you’ve earned credits at another institution or through AP, IB, and/or CLEP, please request that your official transcript(s) be sent to admissions@sunysullivan.edu. The Registrar will review your transcript(s) and transfer any equivalent credits earned with a grade of “C” or higher that are required for your program of study.
  • Apply for financial aid and scholarships
    • Be sure to submit your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), Tuition Assistance Program (TAP), and Excelsior Scholarship Program (if applicable) applications. Links are available at studentaid.gov.
    • If you’re unable to complete the FAFSA, don’t worry—you can still apply for TAP and the Senator Jose A. Peralta application at hesc.ny.gov/.
    • SUNY Sullivan’s Federal School Code is 002879 and New York State School Code is 2225.

Need more information?

  • Call 845-434-5750, ext. 4287 or email admissions@sunysullivan.edu.
  • Visit 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Fridays, with extended hours until 6:30 p.m. on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.