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Career Training and Support for Every Life Stage

Between your first job to adapting to your industry’s ongoing developments or pivoting to an entirely different field, a Western New York Works college is here for you. With our region’s future accelerating around us, harness that momentum and get the education and experience you need at a nearby State University of New York (SUNY) campus to start a career with purpose — and begin the life you want.

Along the way, we encourage your success through personalized financial aid packages, internships and career support. We also extend additional enrichment opportunities to you, including student clubs, leadership development, athletics, student housing and study abroad programs.

See what’s in store before you apply:

  • Personalized Financial Aid
  • Internships
  • Career Support
  • Student Clubs
  • Leadership Development
  • Athletics
  • Student Housing
  • Study Abroad Programs

Alfred State College of Technology

Alfred State, #1 in so many ways, is launching students into new careers with real-world skills. Here, applied learning opportunities prepare students to become professionals in one of our over 80 majors. Alfred State’s Free Tuition Plus initiative covers all SUNY tuition costs with scholarships and grants for the majority of New York State students. Following graduation, 98% of students either start their careers or continue their education.

10 Upper College Drive 

Alfred, NY 14802

(800) 425-3733

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Students walk along a path past buildings and trees at Alfred State College, part of the State University of New York system.

Genesee Community College (GCC)

GCC’s five locations between Buffalo and Rochester make creating a future that works more accessible. Jump-start your career or expand your skills through over 75 certificate, micro-credential, short-term training, online and associate degree programs at Edsmart.org’s No. 1 community college in Western New York.

One College Rd

Batavia, NY 14020

(585) 343-0055 or (866) CALL-GCC

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Jamestown Community College (JCC)

JCC’s origins reflect the strength of the Western New York region. From its initial location in Jamestown High School, the first locally sponsored SUNY public community college has grown to encompass three campuses and more than 60 certificate, associate, online and short-term career training programs designed for a wide range of life stages.

525 Falconer Street

Jamestown, NY 14701

(716) 338-1000

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A drone shot of the buildings making up Jamestown Community College.