Queensborough College for
HIGH Demand Fields
If you’re an adult learner in New York, this could be your moment to go to college for free in high-demand fields through CUNY Reconnect. Tuition, fees, books, and supplies are covered (after applicable financial aid), along with academic and career support to help you succeed.
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Free Community College for Adult Learners in New York—Now Reaching Queens
Governor Kathy Hochul’s landmark Reconnect initiative is now open to adult New Yorkers (ages 25–55, no prior degree), offering free associate degrees in high‑demand fields at both CUNY and SUNY community colleges starting Fall 2025. The program covers tuition, fees, books, and supplies—after applicable financial aid is applied—empowering working adults to advance their careers without the burden of cost. Governor Kathy Hochul
Statewide interest is surging: over 16,500 New Yorkers have already applied—about 7,000 through CUNY and 9,000 via SUNY—as of mid‑August 2025. Governor Kathy Hochul
Queens-Centric Spotlight: CUNY Reconnect Through QCC (and Beyond)
Queensborough Community College (QCC)
At QCC, adult learners meeting program criteria—ages 25–55, NYS residents, no previous degree, and enrolled full‑ or part‑time in a high‑demand associate program—can pursue a tuition‑free degree. Eligible programs include:
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Architectural Technology AAS
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Biotechnology AS
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Computer Engineering Technology AAS
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Computer Information Systems AS
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Computer Science AS
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Computer Science and Information Security AS
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Cybersecurity AAS
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Digital Art and Design AS
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Electronic Engineering Technology AAS
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Engineering Science AS
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Environmental Science AS
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To qualify, students also must file FAFSA and apply for TAP or DREAM Act when eligible, and complete at least 6 credits per semester (12 per year). Kingsborough Community College+3Queensborough Community College+3The City University of New York+3 Fall 2025 enrollment is underway—classes start August 26—so there's still time to apply. www.warwickadvertiser.com
Across CUNY and Online Pathways
Beyond QCC, CUNY Reconnect includes 120+ high‑demand programs across its seven NYC community colleges, fully covering tuition, books, and fees—plus personalized support via “Navigators” (dedicated advisors) to guide adult learners through enrollment, financial aid, and academic planning. The City University of New York
CUNY Online offers flexibility for working adults, delivering programs remotely with tech support, online tutoring, and peer mentoring. Plus, your free associate degree can serve as a launchpad toward a bachelor’s via seamless transfer within CUNY. The City University of New York
High-Demand Programs and Workforce Alignment
Reconnecting New Yorkers with opportunity is at the heart of the initiative. Eligible fields include:
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Advanced Manufacturing
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Artificial Intelligence
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Cybersecurity
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Engineering
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Technology
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Nursing & Allied Health
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Green & Renewable Energy
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Pathways to Teaching in shortage areas
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Across New York, these career paths align with sectors where demand for skilled workers is rising—as the state invests in semiconductors, clean energy, AI, healthcare, and beyond. Governor Kathy Hochul
Momentum, Equity, and Economic Opportunity
This initiative represents a bold equity and economic development move. Public officials from Assemblymember Hyndman to Congresswoman Velázquez hailed the program for breaking down barriers for those balancing work, family, and education—while also fueling Queens’s and New York’s workforce pipeline. LaGuardia Community College was chosen as the ceremonial launch site in Queens to highlight the initiative’s local impact. Governor Kathy Hochul
Quick Summary Table
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| Eligibility | Ages 25–55, NYS resident, no prior degree, high-demand major, ≥6 credits/semester |
| Coverage | Tuition, fees, books, supplies (after TAP/FAFSA) |
| Support | Academic advising, success coaches, online tutoring |
| Transfer Pathways | Eligible for bachelor’s via CUNY transfers or CUNY Online |
| Programs at QCC | Tech, cybersecurity, engineering, biotech, digital design, etc. |
| Broader CUNY Reach | 120+ programs across CUNY community colleges & online |
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