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197 Franklin Street
Auburn, NY 13021
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Tel: (315) 255-1743
- A unit of the State University of New York, Cayuga is a two-year community college sponsored by Cayuga County and governed by a 10-member board of trustees.The College's Auburn campus is located in the city of Auburn in Cayuga County, the heart of the Finger Lakes Region of Central New York.
School Highlights
Cayuga County Community College serves 2,906 students (35% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the state community college average of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 57%.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Enrollment: 2,906 students
- In-state tuition: $4,326
- Out-state tuition: $8,652
- Student:teacher ratio: 12:1
- Minority enrollment: 16%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Cayuga County Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
Least expensive tuition
School Overview
The teacher population of 243 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Cayuga County Community College
(NY) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
243 staff
158 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Cayuga County Community College has declined by 20% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 has decreased from 15:1 over five years.
The Cayuga County Community College diversity score of 0.29 is less than the state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has declined by 16% over five years.
Total Enrollment
2,906 students
1,460 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
10:1
# Full-Time Students
1,006 students
869 students
# Part-Time Students
1,900 students
591 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
229 students
428 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,006 students
869 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
25 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1,900 students
642 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
42 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
382 students
% Asian
1%
8%
% Hispanic
2%
23%
% Black
3%
17%
% White
84%
43%
% Two or more races
1%
2%
% Non Resident races
2%
4%
% Unknown races
6%
3%
Diversity Score
0.29
0.72
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
30%
30%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
1.55%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$33,700
$35,200
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $4,326 is less than the state average of $5,961. The in-state tuition has declined by 15% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $8,652 is less than the state average of $10,369. The out-state tuition has declined by 10% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$4,326
$5,961
Out-State Tuition Fees
$8,652
$10,369
Tuition Notes
$178.00 per credit h
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
89%
93%
Median Debt for Graduates
$14,000
$13,841
Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,500
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
n/a
72%
SAT Reading
n/a
475
SAT Math
n/a
505
SAT Writing
n/a
485
ACT Composite
n/a
20
ACT English
n/a
18
ACT Math
n/a
20
Sports
Total Sports Offered
7 sports
Sports
Basketball, Bowling, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Volleyball
Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- On April 9, 1953, the State University of New York (SUNY) Board ofTrustees approved the establishment of a community college inAuburn under the sponsorship of the Auburn City School District.Auburn Community College opened its doors the following Septemberin the former James Street Elementary School. It was the firstcommunity college developed entirely after the establishment ofSUNY. When Cayuga County assumed sponsorship for the College inJuly 1975, the name was officially changed to Cayuga CountyCommunity College. Today, more than 4,000 students are enrolledeither full-time or part-time at Cayuga's two locations. With over25,000 alumni to the College's credit, Cayuga has producedgraduates of distinction in a wide array of fields. The flexibilityto respond to the community's changing needs is a hallmark ofhigher education at Cayuga. Not only recent high school graduates,but also working adults, busy parents, and retirees can takecourses and pursue an associate degree by studying at Cayuga days,evenings, weekends, or online. The College has earned a reputationfor helping people reach their educational goals through smallclasses, a nurturing academic environment, and affordable tuition.Cayuga's trustees, faculty and staff remain committed to providingoutstanding academic programs and dynamic services, as an essentialand evolving higher education resource for the community. CayugaCommunity College is accredited by the Middle States Commission onHigher Education, the National League for Nursing AccreditingCommission and the Society of Broadcast Engineers.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Cayuga County Community College cost?
Cayuga County Community College's tuition is approximately $4,326 for In-State students and $8,652 for Out-State students.
What sports does Cayuga County Community College offer?
Cayuga County Community College offers 7 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Bowling, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball and Volleyball.
What is Cayuga County Community College's ranking?
Cayuga County Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in New York for: Least expensive tuition.
Nearby Schools
The nearest community college to Cayuga County Community College is Onondaga Community College (17.9 miles away)
School
Location
Miles
Students
Onondaga Community College
Public
4585 West Seneca Turnpike
Syracuse, NY 13215
(315) 498-2622
17.9 miles
| 8,545 students
St. Joseph's College of Nursing
Private not-for-profit
206 Prospect Ave
Syracuse, NY 13203
(315) 448-5040
21.3 miles
| 383 students
Pomeroy College of Nursing at Crouse Hospital
Private not-for-profit
765 Irving Ave
Syracuse, NY 13210
(315) 470-7256
21.5 miles
| 245 students
Private, non-profit
953 James St
Syracuse, NY 13203
(315) 472-6603
21.9 miles
| 413 students
Private for-profit
7805 Oswego Rd
Liverpool, NY 13090
(315) 652-6500
22.8 miles
| 542 students
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Quick Stats (2024)
- Enrollment: 2,906 students
- In-state tuition: $4,326
- Out-state tuition: $8,652
- Student:teacher ratio: 12:1
- Minority enrollment: 16%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
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Did You Know?
For New York public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $5,961 per year for in-state students and $10,369 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $16,555 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.
The average community college acceptance rate in New York is 70%. Read more about national community college acceptance rates.
New York community colleges have a diversity score of 0.72, which is higher than the national average of 0.71. The most diverse community college in New York is Vaughn College of Aeronautics and Technology. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.
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