SUNY Reconnect
Free Community College for Adult Learners
Are you ready to supercharge your future by earning a degree for FREE? Thanks to the SUNY Reconnect program, your tuition, fees, books, and supplies are covered after financial aid is applied! That means you can earn a no-cost associate degree from MCC in high-demand fields like Nursing, Education, Optics, and more.
Who is Eligible for SUNY Reconnect?
To be eligible for SUNY Reconnect, you must meet the following requirements.
- New York resident
- 25-55 years old
- No college degree
- Attend full-time or part-time
- Enroll in a participating program
- Take a minimum of 6 credits per semester
- Complete your degree within 10 semesters
*You must be at least 25 years old at the time of enrollment (start of classes, including late-start sessions) and no older than 55 years old on January 1 of the year in which you enroll.
MCC’s SUNY Reconnect Programs
Explore our SUNY Reconnect Programs. These degree programs can boost your career potential, leading to jobs in high-demand and growing fields.
- Addictions Counseling
- Air Conditioning Technology: Heating & Ventilation
- Apprentice Training: Automotive - GM
- Apprentice Training: Automotive-Toyota T-Ten
- Clinical Laboratory Technician / Medical Laboratory Technician
- Computer Science
- Computer Systems Technology
- Construction Technology
- Dental Hygiene
- Electrical Engineering Technology - Electronics
- Engineering Science
- Geospatial Information Science Technology
- Health Studies
- Hospital & Community Mental Health Tech
- Information Technology
- Liberal Arts & Sciences: Adolescence Education (Teacher Education Transfer)
- Liberal Arts & Sciences: Childhood Education (Teacher Education Transfer)
- Liberal Arts & Sciences: Early Childhood Education (Teacher Education Transfer)
- Management Information Systems (AS)
- Mechanical Technology
- Multi-Manufacturer Automotive
- Network and Security Administration
- Nursing
- Optical Systems Technology
- Paramedic
- Precision Machining
- Radiologic Technology
- Robotics and Automation
- Surgical Technology
Student Services & Support at MCC
We’re here to help you succeed. We offer a range of services and support to help you achieve your academic and career goals.
- Free tutoring with one-on-one and group sessions.
- Student Success Coaches who offer academic advisement.
- Technology assistance to help with computers and software.
- Libraries are equipped with computers, printers, and helpful staff.
- Healthcare and Counseling through the TimelyCare app.
- Disability services that provide accommodations for equal access and inclusive experiences.
- Free bus transportation with RTS’s MCC U-Pass.
- Residence halls on our Brighton Campus for 10-month or 12-month housing.
- Childcare Center on our Brighton Campus.
Please note: While SUNY Reconnect does not cover housing or childcare costs, these valuable resources are available to support your success.
Ready to Get Started?
Follow these steps to apply for a free degree at MCC with SUNY Reconnect:
- Apply to MCC.
- Select an eligible degree program from the list above.
- Submit required documentation like transcripts and your certificate of residence.
- Apply for federal financial aid: Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form. Our financial aid specialists are ready to help!
- Apply for state financial aid: Submit the New York State Tuition Assistance Program application.
- The cost of your tuition, fees, supplies, and books beyond what you receive from aid will be covered by SUNY Reconnect to bring your cost down to zero!