Advancing Success in Associate Pathways (ASAP)

ASAP provides students with the support they need to finish their degree on time at the two-year level. The supports include cost of attendence award, textbook assistance, financial monthly incentives, personalized advisement and academic services, and career development activities.

ASAP at SUNY Jefferson assists students in earning their associate degree as quickly as possible with the goal of graduating in 3 years or less. Students receive dedicated academic, financial and personal support from a dedicated ASAP advisor. In addition students will benefit from career counseling, a monthly incentive of either a gas card or a grocery card, textbook assistance and a Cost of Attendance Award (after financial aid has been applied) if needed.

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Jefferson’s ASAP program can help eliminate childcare costs while you earn your degree, and funding may be used to cover licensed after-school care.

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Eligibility

Be eligible for In-State Tuition
Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and the New York State Tuition Assistance Program (TAP) application.
- Note: Students concerned about completing the FAFSA due to family circumstances can reach out to ASAP|ACE program staff to learn about options to apply directly for New York State financial aid.
Receive at least $1 of federal Pell or NYS grant aid (TAP or Excelsior).
Approved ASAP Major *Listed Below
Ability to graduate in 3 years or less
Full-time student (12 credit hours)
Have not yet completed more than 21 college credit hours (College in High School and AP credits excluded)
If a transfer or current student must have a GPA of 2.0 or higher and in good academic standing at the previous institution.

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Benefits

Cost of Attendance award ($400 for ASAP)
Textbook assistance ($150/semester)
Monthly Stipend (up to $200/semester).
- Students have a choice of an Stewarts Gas Card or Aldi Grocery Card
Dedicated Academic Coaching, Tutoring, Advising and Career Support
Child Care Funding

Approved Majors

Most degree programs at SUNY Jefferson are eligible for the ASAP program. However, students enrolled in the Nursing A.A.S. program or those in Pre-Nursing may require additional review to determine eligibility.

How to apply:

Step 1: Be a student or apply to SUNY Jefferson.

Step 2: Tell us you’re interested! https://apply.sunyjefferson.edu/register/oppinterest

Contact
Korine Ingerson
15-112
315-786-6573
kingerson1@sunyjefferson.edu
Deans Collaborative Learning Center

The Jefferson Advancing Success in Associate Pathways (ASAP) Program is part of the SUNY replication of the City University of New York (CUNY) Accelerated Study in Associate Programs (ASAP)