Free Community College for Adult Learners at Cayuga

With SUNY Reconnect at Cayuga, earn your degree and learn in-demand skills for careers in growing fields like healthcare, cybersecurity, and advanced manufacturing.

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Reimagine. Revitalize. Reconnect.

Now FREE for adult learners ages 25–55 who have not previously earned a college degree.

Flexible scheduling and online options to study while you work.

Learn skills for in-demand jobs in growing industries.

Advising and support for adult learners from start to finish

SUNY Reconnect Overview

 

SUNY Reconnect Offers:

  • Financial assistance
  • In-person & online learning options
  • Degrees designed to connect you with careers in high-demand industries

Am I Eligible?

Students must meet the following criteria to be eligible:

  • New York State resident
  • 25–55 years of age as of the first day of the semester
  • Have not previously earned a college degree
  • Plan to study full-time or part-time in a degree program

Students with prior credits or who have earned a certificate or microcredential are eligible.

Financial Assistance

SUNY Reconnect covers the cost of tuition, fees, books, and supplies for specific degree programs after other forms of tuition assistance are applied.

Students must:

After all financial aid is awarded, the program will cover any remaining balance to attend. Students are encouraged to apply for FAFSA to maximize available aid.

Funding does not cover costs for housing, transportation, food, and other non-academic expenses.

Degree Options for SUNY Reconnect

Students must be enrolled in one of the following programs to be eligible for SUNY Reconnect: