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Ulster County Community College

Community CollegeRural: Fringe

About Ulster County Community College

Overview, location, and what makes it stand out

Ulster County Community College teaches in Stone Ridge, in the Catskills of New York, and runs a veterinary technology program. Business is among its other largest.

Founded

1961

Location

Stone Ridge, New York

Students

1,341

Institution

Community College

Known For

Veterinary TechnologyBusinessNursingTransfer Pathways

Key Stats

A quick snapshot of what matters most

Acceptance Rate

Open

Admits all qualified applicants

Graduation Rate

34.1%

Below national average

In-State Tuition

$6,666

Out-of-state: $12,146

Avg Net Price

$5,035

After financial aid

SAT Average

Not required

No test scores requested

Median Earnings

$41,896

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

Low GraduationHigh Graduation
34.1%

Below Average

34.1% complete their degree within three years

Retention

58.7%

Transfer Out

17%

Teaching Quality

21:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

Full-Time

58.1%

$/Student

$10.4K

Class Size

Large

The 34.1% 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

$6,666

In-State

/

$12,146

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

$14,925

After Financial Aid

$5,035

Average Net Price

Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships

Net Price (family income <$30K)

$2,754

Receive Grants

16.3%

Take Loans

5.1%

Tuition is $6,666/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $5,035.

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 Ulster County Community College fund their education.

While in School

16.3%

Get Grants

Free money

5.1%

Take Loans

Must repay

$24,335

Median Family Income

After Graduation

$10,000

Median Debt at Graduation

Total federal loan balance when students graduate

$106/mo

Monthly Payment

0%

Low

Default Rate

The median debt is just $10,000, 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 Ulster County Community College.

Gender

55.9%

Female

/

44%

Male

Female to Male Ratio

Race & Ethnicity

52.9%
23.7%
6.8%
4.9%
3.4%
2.1%
White
Hispanic
Black
Multiracial
International
Asian

Enrollment

1,341

Undergraduate Students

Student Profile

N/A

Graduates

46.9%

First-Gen

23 yrs

Avg Age

14.1%

Age 25+

Women make up the majority at 56% of the student body. 46.9% 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

RuralCity
Rural: Fringe

Rural: Fringe

Campus Quick Facts

1,341

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

No

Online Programs

Yes

Job Placement

Yes

Career Counseling

Yes

Sports & Athletics

How seriously this college takes sport

Ulster County Community College fields 3 varsity teams with 53 student athletes, about 4% of the student body.

Division

NJCAA

Division II

Conference

Not reported

Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams

Varsity Sports

3

Biggest: Soccer

Student Athletes

53

4% of the student body

Athletes by Gender

100% / 0%

53

Men

/

0

Women

3

Men's Teams

0

Women's Teams

Biggest Teams

MenWomen
35
Soccer
14
Basketball
4
Golf

After Graduation

What can you earn with this degree?

How much do graduates of Ulster County Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.

Earnings Trajectory

$41,896

Median Earnings · 10 Years After

$33K
6yr
$35K
8yr
$42K
10yr

Popular Programs

Top 6

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities

$24K

160 grads

1yr Earnings

Veterinary/Animal Health Technologies/Technicians

$37K

25 grads

1yr Earnings

Business Administration, Management and Operations

$53K

22 grads

4yr Earnings

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing

$77K

21 grads

1yr Earnings

Human Services, General

14 grads

Criminal Justice and Corrections

$44K

12 grads

4yr Earnings

Graduates earn about $33K six years out, growing to $42K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ulster County Community College

How much does Ulster County Community College cost?
Tuition at Ulster County Community College is $6,666 for in-state students and $12,146 for out-of-state students. Tuition is $6,666/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $5,035.
What is the graduation rate at Ulster County Community College?
Ulster County Community College has a graduation rate of 34.1%. The 34.1% 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.
How much do Ulster County Community College graduates earn?
The median earnings for Ulster County Community College graduates is $41,896 ten years after enrollment. Graduates earn about $33K six years out, growing to $42K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.

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.