Governor Hochul announced $49 million investment to strengthen New York’s private, not-for-profit colleges and universities across the state.
The grants are intended to help colleges and universities modernize their campuses, enhance student experiences, and drive statewide economic growth with the jobs the capital grants create.
Long Island University is set to receive $1,512,760 to construct of a lab for immersive and experiential learning. This will improve the educational experience for students.
Hochul announced the capital grants for 35 colleges and universities across New York State through the Higher Education Capital Matching Grant Program, or HECap program.
The funding supports projects that will upgrade facilities, create modern laboratory and research spaces, and invest in cutting-edge instructional technology and equipment — ensuring that New York’s higher education institutions remain at the forefront of innovation and opportunity.
In the last round of HeCap funding, Long Island University was awarded $1,344,625.00 million for Construction of an Engineering Fabrication Laboratory.
“New York’s independent colleges and universities are engines of innovation that prepare our students for success and strengthen communities in every region of the state,” Governor Hochul said. “By investing in modern classrooms, laboratories and facilities, we’re ensuring that students have access to the tools and environments they need to thrive. These projects stand for our ongoing commitment to keeping New York at the forefront of education and economic opportunity.”
HECap grants are critically important to enable campuses statewide to make investments in their infrastructure and equipment while creating construction jobs and supporting regional economic development. Campuses that receive HECap grants are required to invest at least $3 of their own funds for every $1 in state funds received.
When combined with the colleges’ matching funds, more than $195 million will be invested in New York’s higher education communities through this round of awards.