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AGENCY TESTIMONY
State budget support for CUNY community colleges
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Chancellor Rodríguez highlights the additional support from the state budget for CUNY's community colleges.
- 2026 state budget continues 100% of the community college funding floor
- State-based aid will be no less than it was last year
- Introduces the New York Opportunity Scholarship Program
- New program will provide pathways for students pursuing associate degrees in high-demand fields
Félix Matos Rodríguez
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The financial outlook for our community colleges has been strengthened by additional support from our partners at the state level.
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The 2026 state budget enacted last week continues 100% of the community college funding floor, meaning that state based aid will be no less than it was last year.
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We are also excited about the New York Opportunity Scholarship Program, which will provide pathways for current and prospective students in pursuing associate degrees in high demand fields.