Suffolk County Community College
About Suffolk County Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Suffolk County Community College is the largest community college in the State University of New York system, teaching across Long Island from three campuses. Business, nursing and criminal justice are its largest programs.
Founded
1959
Location
Selden, New York
Students
14,218
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
28.7%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$6,630
Out-of-state: $12,460
Avg Net Price
$5,258
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$49,907
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
$40
Early
Apr 1
Regular
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
28.7% complete their degree within three years
Retention
61.9%
Transfer Out
12%
Teaching Quality
22:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
37.7%
$/Student
$9.8K
Class Size
Large
The 28.7% graduation rate is below average, but 61.9% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$6,630
In-State
$12,460
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,500
Total Cost of Attendance
$12,429
After Financial Aid
$5,258
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$2,393
Receive Grants
24.6%
Take Loans
7.2%
The total cost of attendance runs about $12,429/yr, including $3,374 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $5,258.
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 Suffolk County Community College fund their education.
While in School
24.6%
Get Grants
Free money
7.2%
Take Loans
Must repay
$34,579
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$8,250
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$87/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $8,250, 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 Suffolk County Community College.
Gender
54.4%
Female
46%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
14,218
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
46%
First-Gen
21 yrs
Avg Age
15.6%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (54% women, 46% men). 46% 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
Suburb: Large
Campus Quick Facts
14,218
Students
community
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
No
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Suffolk County Community College fields 6 varsity teams with 144 student athletes, about 1% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division III
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
6
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
144
1% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
63% / 37%
91
Men
53
Women
5
Men's Teams
5
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Suffolk County Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$49,907
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$27K
1241 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$35K
253 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$79K
185 grads
1yr Earnings
Criminal Justice and Corrections
$32K
168 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
—
141 grads
Accounting and Related Services
$27K
74 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $38K six years out, growing to $50K 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.