The Nation’s Leading College Retention and Completion Models
SUNY Brockport leaders have announced that the campus will join the State University of New York’s Advancing Success in Associate Pathways (ASAP) and Advancing Completion through Engagement (ACE) — the nation’s leading college retention and completion models — as part of a statewide expansion to serve 10,000 students at 44 SUNY campuses by the Fall 2026 semester.
ASAP supports students pursuing associate degrees, while ACE supports baccalaureate students. Eligible students have access to a wide array of resources and support to help them overcome barriers that can prevent them from obtaining a degree. This includes funding to cover textbooks, groceries, transportation, and other costs of attendance, as well as comprehensive personalized advisement, academic support, and career development activities.
The expansion was made possible by an additional $8 million in funding allocated in the FY2026-27 Enacted State Budget, bringing the total state investment in this successful program to $20 million annually.
SUNY Brockport will launch its ACE program with an inaugural cohort of 150 students this fall.
“We look forward to the SUNY ACE program launching at SUNY Brockport this fall. It will undoubtedly provide our students with additional resources that will help them thrive,” said SUNY Brockport President Heidi Macpherson. “We are grateful for the support from Governor Hochul, the New York State Legislature, and the SUNY Board of Trustees that is making this program a reality for our students.”
“Every student deserves the opportunity to earn a degree without financial barriers standing in their way. The expansion of the ASAP|ACE program at SUNY Brockport will provide students with the academic support, mentorship, and resources they need to stay on track, graduate on time, and pursue successful careers. Investing in student success strengthens our workforce, supports our local economy, and helps ensure that higher education remains a pathway to opportunity for families across our region,” said Assemblyman Josh Jensen.
Learn more about ACE at SUNY Brockport by visiting https://www.brockport.edu/academics/advisement/ace/.
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