Mohawk Valley Community College
About Mohawk Valley Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Mohawk Valley Community College teaches in Utica, in central New York, and is one of the few community colleges in the state with dormitories. Electronics and business are among its largest programs.
Founded
1946
Location
Utica, New York
Students
2,950
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
37.9%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$6,218
Out-of-state: $8,851
Avg Net Price
$8,987
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$39,850
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
37.9% complete their degree within three years
Retention
59.5%
Transfer Out
12%
Teaching Quality
18:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
46.2%
$/Student
$8.1K
Class Size
Medium
The 37.9% 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
$6,218
In-State
$8,851
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$11,795
Books & Supplies
$1,600
Total Cost of Attendance
$16,656
After Financial Aid
$8,987
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$6,000
Receive Grants
31.1%
Take Loans
16.7%
The total cost of attendance runs about $16,656/yr, including $11,795 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $8,987.
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 Mohawk Valley Community College fund their education.
While in School
31.1%
Get Grants
Free money
16.7%
Take Loans
Must repay
$24,882
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$11,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$117/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $11,000, 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 Mohawk Valley Community College.
Gender
55.9%
Female
44%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
2,950
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
42.5%
First-Gen
22 yrs
Avg Age
15.7%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 56% of the student body. 42.5% 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
City: Small
Campus Quick Facts
2,950
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
Mohawk Valley Community College fields 11 varsity teams with 247 student athletes, about 8% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division III
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
11
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
247
8% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
64% / 36%
159
Men
88
Women
8
Men's Teams
9
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Mohawk Valley Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$39,850
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$24K
224 grads
1yr Earnings
Electrical/Electronics Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians
$37K
84 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$36K
53 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$69K
47 grads
1yr Earnings
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
$53K
41 grads
1yr Earnings
Design and Applied Arts
$21K
28 grads
1yr Earnings
Median earnings are $40K 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.