SUNY Campuses Receive Millions for Nursing Simulations

Funding will modernize training experiences for future healthcare workers

Published on Feb. 4, 2026

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SUNY Chancellor John B. King Jr. announced $4.4 million in funding from the SUNY High Needs Nursing Fund to equip several SUNY campuses across New York state with new tools, training, and resources to enhance nursing simulation experiences for students. The investment aims to support Governor Kathy Hochul's goal of expanding the state's skilled healthcare workforce.

Why it matters

Improving nursing simulation training is crucial to preparing the next generation of healthcare workers and addressing staffing shortages in the industry. The funding will allow SUNY campuses to modernize their nursing education programs with the latest technology and equipment, giving students hands-on experience that will better prepare them for real-world clinical settings.

The details

The $4.4 million in funding will be used by SUNY campuses to purchase manikins, simulators, medical and audiovisual equipment, as well as virtual and augmented reality tools. This investment is part of SUNY's commitment to supporting New York's future healthcare workforce and aligns with Governor Hochul's goal of expanding the state's skilled healthcare professionals.

  • On February 5, 2026, SUNY Chancellor John B. King Jr. announced the $4.4 million in funding.

The players

John B. King Jr.

The chancellor of the State University of New York (SUNY) system.

Kathy Hochul

The governor of New York state.

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What they’re saying

“SUNY is committed to investing in the success of New York State's future healthcare workforce. SUNY's investment in the High Needs Nursing Fund reinforces our dedication to accomplishing Governor Kathy Hochul's goal to expand New York State's highly skilled healthcare workforce. The awards from this round of funding will help ensure our students receive the world-class education and training they deserve so they can thrive in their future careers in healthcare.”

— John B. King Jr., SUNY Chancellor (wnyt.com)

What’s next

The funding will be used by the SUNY campuses to immediately begin upgrading their nursing simulation equipment and training programs to better prepare students for careers in healthcare.

The takeaway

This investment in nursing simulation training at SUNY campuses is a crucial step in addressing New York's healthcare workforce needs and ensuring future nurses and other medical professionals receive the high-quality education and hands-on experience they need to succeed in their careers.