Finger Lakes Community College
About Finger Lakes Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Finger Lakes Community College teaches in Canandaigua, in the lake country of upstate New York, and keeps dormitories. Business and nursing are its largest programs, and it teaches viticulture in the vineyards around it.
Founded
1965
Location
Canandaigua, New York
Students
2,980
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
30.2%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$6,234
Out-of-state: $8,418
Avg Net Price
$13,898
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$40,054
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
30.2% complete their degree within three years
Retention
53.4%
Transfer Out
19%
Teaching Quality
15:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
100%
$/Student
$7.0K
Class Size
Medium
The 30.2% 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
$6,234
In-State
$8,418
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$15,008
Books & Supplies
$1,008
Total Cost of Attendance
$19,900
After Financial Aid
$13,898
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$11,044
Receive Grants
27.3%
Take Loans
25.6%
The total cost of attendance runs about $19,900/yr, including $15,008 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $13,898.
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 Finger Lakes Community College fund their education.
While in School
27.3%
Get Grants
Free money
25.6%
Take Loans
Must repay
$32,408
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$12,975
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$138/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $12,975, 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 Finger Lakes Community College.
Gender
56.4%
Female
44%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
2,980
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
37.9%
First-Gen
23 yrs
Avg Age
20.7%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 56% of the student body. 37.9% 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
Rural: Fringe
Campus Quick Facts
2,980
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Finger Lakes Community College fields 9 varsity teams with 316 student athletes, about 11% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division III
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
9
Biggest: Other Sports
Student Athletes
316
11% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
70% / 30%
222
Men
94
Women
8
Men's Teams
7
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Finger Lakes Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$40,054
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$23K
84 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$32K
54 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$70K
50 grads
1yr Earnings
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
$59K
49 grads
4yr Earnings
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness
—
26 grads
Psychology, General
—
26 grads
Graduates earn about $37K six years out, growing to $40K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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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.