Education & Student Aid · Surprise rank #207
Started College but Never Finished? Get Free Help Recovering Your Old Credits
CUNY Reconnect helps adults resolve holds, compare degree paths and find the fastest practical route back to graduation.
Who
Adults with prior college credits who want to return to CUNY or complete a degree.
Where: NYC and CUNY campuses.
What to do
Start here: Submit the CUNY Reconnect interest form and gather prior transcripts.
Eligibility: Prior college attendance and an appropriate CUNY path; admission and aid rules still apply.
What you get
CUNY Reconnect provides free personalized help to adults who started college but did not finish and want to return.
Benefit: One-on-one advising on re-enrollment, debt/holds, degree options and financial aid.
Possible value: Can prevent wasted credits and save substantial tuition/time by identifying the shortest completion route.
Good to know
Important: It is navigation, not guaranteed free tuition; outstanding balances may still need resolution.
Availability: Rolling.
Why people miss it: People assume old debt, low grades or a long absence makes return impossible.
Sources reviewed: Aug 2, 2026