Herkimer County Community College
About Herkimer County Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Herkimer County Community College teaches in the Mohawk Valley of New York and keeps dormitories. Business and criminal justice are among its largest programs.
Founded
1966
Location
Herkimer, New York
Students
1,168
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
35.2%
Below national average
Tuition
$5,776
Per year
Avg Net Price
$13,419
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$39,199
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
35.2% complete their degree within three years
Retention
59.2%
Transfer Out
23%
Teaching Quality
16:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
44.7%
$/Student
$5.9K
Class Size
Medium
The 35.2% 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
$5,776
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$13,516
Books & Supplies
$1,275
Total Cost of Attendance
$20,149
After Financial Aid
$13,419
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$10,545
Receive Grants
39.2%
Take Loans
27.9%
The total cost of attendance runs about $20,149/yr, including $13,516 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $13,419.
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 Herkimer County Community College fund their education.
While in School
39.2%
Get Grants
Free money
27.9%
Take Loans
Must repay
$28,433
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$11,365
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$120/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $11,365, 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 Herkimer County Community College.
Gender
48.2%
Female
52%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,168
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
43.7%
First-Gen
22 yrs
Avg Age
22.1%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (48% women, 52% men). 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: Fringe
Campus Quick Facts
1,168
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Herkimer County Community College fields 13 varsity teams with 265 student athletes, about 23% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division III
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
13
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
265
23% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
62% / 38%
164
Men
101
Women
10
Men's Teams
10
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Herkimer County Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$39,199
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$19K
90 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$33K
38 grads
1yr Earnings
Criminal Justice and Corrections
$38K
22 grads
1yr Earnings
Accounting and Related Services
$47K
17 grads
4yr Earnings
Security Science and Technology
—
14 grads
Human Services, General
$44K
11 grads
4yr Earnings
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.