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ACE Purchase

Advancing Completion through Engagement (ACE)

Empowering You All The Way

By that we mean all the way to the finish line—graduation!

An innovative approach designed to support students in completing their bachelor’s degree on time, the ACE | Purchase College program provides a unique blend of financial, academic, and personal assistance. Everyone faces challenges during their college journey. We’re here to make sure they don’t prevent you from graduating.

 

Benefits of ACE 

Joining this community of students has many advantages.

  • Dedicated Support Team
     You will have an advisor guiding you from your first semester until graduation. Our tutors will help you succeed in your coursework. 
  • Campus Connections 
    Start making friends during our early move-in program, and take classes with other ACE students during your first year.
  • Financial Support
    Receive up to $1,250 per year to help pay for textbooks, campus dining and cost of attendance. Scholarships for winter/summer classes may also be available.
  • Career Coaching
    Our Career Development Center team will help you plan for life after Purchase.

For Current ACE Students

What Students Are Saying

  • <div><p class="text-mirror-h3"> “The ACE program has been very helpful in providing financial support, ensuring that I can focus on my studies without worrying about how I can afford meals and learning materials needed for school.” - Tanoya Nedrick, BA Psychology, Sophomore </p></div>
  • <div><p class="text-mirror-h3"> “The ACE program has made a huge impact on my college journey. It not only provided financial support but also helped me establish connections with people on campus who have become my closest friends.” - Holly Hamilton, Undeclared, Freshman </p></div>
  • <div><p class="text-mirror-h3"> “The Ace program at SUNY Purchase has made the intimidating journey of college seem achievable, no matter what background or circumstance.” - Abel Garcia, Undeclared, Freshman </p></div>
  • <div><p class="text-mirror-h3"> “ACE has been the foundation of my success, and I wouldn’t be where I am today without them.” - Chelsea Asemota, BA Biology, Senior </p></div>
  • <div><p class="text-mirror-h3"> “The ACE Program has helped me so much with not only being able to afford college, but it helped make me make friends and be more open to new people.”-Zeke Osorio, Undeclared, First Year </p></div>
  • <div><p class="text-mirror-h3"> “As a transfer student, the ACE program helped in easing my transition and supporting my academic success. Planning classes and schedules for a new semester has never been easier!” Sinsha Varghese, BS Communications, Junior </p></div>
  • <div><p class="text-mirror-h3"> “I’ve built a wonderful relationship with my ACE advisor, who has helped me navigate some challenging situations. It’s incredibly reassuring to know I have such a dependable resource to turn to.” - Isaiah Tufuoh, Undeclared, Freshman </p></div>
  • <div><p class="text-mirror-h3"> “The summer program gave me a proper understanding of the campus, and allowed me to meet many amazing people. I don’t know what I would’ve done without having ACE to help me adjust.” - Jill Creegan, BA English & Global Literature, Freshman </p></div>

Eligibility Requirements

Your Responsibilities 

 

Contact

Tina Hardin

ACE | Purchase Program Director

tina.hardin@purchase.edu
914–251–3997
Student Services Building, Room 222

Make an appointment with Tina in Starfish

This program is an official replication of the City University of New York’s (CUNY) Accelerated Study in Academic Programs (ASAP), a nationally recognized initiative proven to double graduation rates by providing comprehensive financial, academic, and personal support.