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Mission and Vision
Suffolk County Community College promotes intellectual discovery, physical
development, social and ethical awareness, and economic opportunities for all
through an education that transforms lives, builds communities, and improves society.
Suffolk County Community College commits to maintaining high educational
standards, fostering and inspiring student success, and creating diverse opportunities
for lifelong learning. By attracting strong leadership and distinguished faculty to
a college of excellence, we create an enriched learning environment that empowers
students to transform their lives.
Financial Aid
and Transfer
e office of financial Aid is committed to assisting our students with exploring all
of the funding options available. e College awards more than $63 million in federal
and state financial aid to almost 20,000 students annually. in 2015-2016, more than
67% of Suffolk’s student population received financial aid.
we share information regarding these resources on our website; via our experienced,
professional staff; during site visits at high schools; and through several publications
distributed throughout each campus financial Aid office. e College website
provides prospective students and their families with the SUNY Net Price Calculator,
which estimates the cost of a student’s education. By inputting family income
information, students can determine the federal, state, and college financial aid
programs for which they may be eligible to apply. furthermore, the College
provides students with transfer opportunities through articulation agreements with
some 35 baccalaureate-granting institutions, many of them conveniently located
on Long island.
Economic Impact
e operation of Suffolk County Community College influences both the lives of its
students and the regional economy. A March 2015 economic impact report prepared
by economic Modeling Specialists international (eMSi) shows the College spent
$105.1 million to cover its expenses for facilities, professional services, and supplies.
e institution’s biggest impact results from the education and training it provides
to local residents. Since the College was established, over 120,000 alumni can say
they began their post-secondary academic careers at Suffolk, with the vast majority
remaining in Suffolk County to establish their careers and families. over the course
of a working lifetime, these graduates will earn approximately $440,000 more than
someone with a high school diploma alone.
2015-2016 Review of Accomplishments
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