- MVCC offers choice, opportunity, and hope by providing accessible and affordable higher education, training, and services that emphasize academic excellence, diversity and a global view. The College is committed to excellence in career and transfer preparation, business, economic and community development, and personal and cultural enrichment.
School Highlights
Mohawk Valley Community College serves 8,238 students (35% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the state community college average of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the state average of 62%.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Enrollment: 8,238 students
- In-state tuition: $4,415
- Out-state tuition: $8,225
- Student:teacher ratio: 16:1
- Minority enrollment: 37%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Mohawk Valley Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
School Overview
The teacher population of 518 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Mohawk Valley Community College
(NY) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-High Nontraditional
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges: Mixed Baccalaureate/Associate's
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Private not-for-profit
Total Faculty
518 staff
158 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Mohawk Valley Community College has grown by 37% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 has increased from 11:1 over five years.
The Mohawk Valley Community College diversity score of 0.59 is less than the state average of 0.76. The school's diversity has grown by 26% over five years.
Total Enrollment
8,238 students
746 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
# Full-Time Students
2,847 students
519 students
# Part-Time Students
5,391 students
514 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
823 students
357 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
2,847 students
502 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
44 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
5,391 students
528 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
41 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
459 students
382 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
n/a
% Asian
6%
8%
% Hispanic
8%
23%
% Black
7%
18%
% White
63%
38%
% Hawaiian
n/a
2%
% Two or more races
3%
3%
% Non Resident races
1%
3%
% Unknown races
11%
5%
Diversity Score
0.59
0.76
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.3265%
0.3518%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.3957%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$33,700
$35,200
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $4,415 is less than the state average of $5,720. The in-state tuition has declined by 19% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $8,225 is less than the state average of $10,320. The out-state tuition has grown by 5% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$4,415
$5,720
Out-State Tuition Fees
$8,225
$10,320
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
85%
88%
Median Debt for Graduates
$10,500
$13,841
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
n/a
74%
SAT Reading
n/a
475
SAT Math
n/a
505
SAT Writing
n/a
485
ACT Composite
n/a
20
ACT English
n/a
18
ACT Math
n/a
20
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- The college offers Degrees and Certificate in Art, Business and Information Technology, Engineering, Computer, and Physical Sciences, Engineering Technologies and the Trades, Health Services, Hospitality Programs, Humanities, Life Science, Mathematics, Physical Education, Psychology, Human Services and Education and Social Sciences. The Center for Community and Economic Development at Mohawk Valley Community College is the primary educational resource and training provider for individuals, businesses, and other agencies in the college service area. We are responsive to the educational and training needs of this community through a comprehensive offering of flexible and innovative training programs and services. Mohawk Valley Community College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. Our Civil, Mechanical, and Electrical Engineering Technology curricula, and the Surveying Technology curriculum are accredited by the Technology Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (TAC-ABET). The Nursing curriculum is accredited by the National League Accrediting Commission.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Mohawk Valley Community College cost?
Mohawk Valley Community College's tuition is approximately $4,415 for In-State students and $8,225 for Out-State students.
What is Mohawk Valley Community College's ranking?
Mohawk Valley Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in New York for: Least expensive tuition and Largest student body.
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The nearest community college to Mohawk Valley Community College is Saint Elizabeth College of Nursing (2.5 miles away)
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