Cayuga County Community College
About Cayuga County Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Cayuga County Community College teaches in Auburn, in the Finger Lakes of New York. Business and nursing are its largest programs.
Founded
1953
Location
Auburn, New York
Students
1,187
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
30.1%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$7,056
Out-of-state: $12,336
Avg Net Price
$8,662
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$38,709
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
30.1% complete their degree within three years
Retention
59.7%
Transfer Out
16%
Teaching Quality
24:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
32.1%
$/Student
$6.2K
Class Size
Large
The 30.1% graduation rate is below the national average of 44%. It's worth looking into what support systems the school offers to help you finish your degree.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$7,056
In-State
$12,336
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,900
Total Cost of Attendance
$16,709
After Financial Aid
$8,662
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$5,334
Receive Grants
16.3%
Take Loans
11.8%
Tuition is $7,056/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $8,662.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Cayuga County Community College fund their education.
While in School
16.3%
Get Grants
Free money
11.8%
Take Loans
Must repay
$28,836
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$12,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$127/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $12,000, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Cayuga County Community College.
Gender
59.1%
Female
41%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,187
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
43.7%
First-Gen
24 yrs
Avg Age
14.8%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 59% of the student body. 43.7% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Town: Distant
Campus Quick Facts
1,187
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Cayuga County Community College fields 4 varsity teams with 77 student athletes, about 6% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division III
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
4
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
77
6% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
91% / 9%
70
Men
7
Women
4
Men's Teams
1
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Cayuga County Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$38,709
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
—
104 grads
Business Administration, Management and Operations
—
37 grads
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
—
20 grads
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
—
14 grads
Criminal Justice and Corrections
—
11 grads
Human Services, General
—
9 grads
Median earnings are $39K ten years after enrollment. Choosing a high-demand major can significantly boost your earning potential from here.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.