MSC Pres. David E. Rogers issues statement on Governor’s proposal for free tuition at SUNY, CUNY schools for eligible students

MORRISVILLE, NY—David E. Rogers, president of Morrisville State College, issued the following statement Tuesday after an announcement by Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo to offer free tuition at state colleges to any student or student whose family earns less than $125,000 annually.



“Gov. Cuomo’s proposed Excelsior Scholarship Program will foster increased investment in the very knowledge and skills required to support New York’s dynamic and evolving economy.”



“This proposal will enhance access and reduce debt and make a college education more attractive and achievable for potential students and their families.”



“As a SUNY institution with a focus on applied learning and career readiness, Morrisville State College continues to prepare New York’s next generation of global leaders and innovators.”



Morrisville State College’s curricula are enriched with applied learning and pave the way for opportunity at both the Morrisville and Norwich campuses. An action-oriented, interactive learning lab, the college is a national leader in technology and has been lauded for its exemplary, innovative and effective community service programs.



The college was ranked among the Best Regional Colleges in the North by U.S. News and World Report Best Colleges 2017 issue and was also recognized in the Top Public Schools, Regional Colleges North in the 2017 Best Colleges rankings.