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SUNY Aiming to Increase Access and Completion with Online Offerings

January 30, 2014

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Open SUNY, a new online initiative from the State University of New York, is pioneering efforts to expand access for current and future students to the 64-campus system.

The program aims to maximize access to online courses worldwide and provide students with a better opportunity to complete their degrees and achieve success in the competitive global economy. It is an example of how many institutions are focused on new ways to serve nontraditional learners.

Launched earlier this year by SUNY Chancellor Nancy L. Zimpher, students can earn associate’s, bachelor’s, and master’s degrees starting now.

Learn more about Open SUNY in the video below.

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