Many of New York’s industries are supported by the region’s extensive system of vocational training programs, community colleges, and universities. The map shows the major manufacturing and service industries operating in upstate New York as well as the significant educational hubs which support these industries. See below for a description of New York State educational programs designed to keep the state on the cutting edge of your industry.

New York State’s Centers of Excellence
New York State’s Center’s of Excellence Program supports major upgrades of research facilities and other high technology and biotechnology capital projects, allowing colleges, universities and research institutions to secure research funding that will lead to new job creation. In total, these initiatives are expected to leverage new private sector and other contributions of more than $1 billion.