- SUNY Orange, with campuses in Middletown and Newburgh, offers programs of study leading to several transfer and career degrees. The College is a memberof the Hudson Valley Educational Cosortium, which provides studens with additional degree program sin the areas of innovative technology.
School Highlights
Orange County Community College serves 5,047 students (40% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the state community college average of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the state average of 97%.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Enrollment: 5,047 students
- In-state tuition: $5,376
- Out-state tuition: $10,752
- Acceptance Rate: 90%
- Student:teacher ratio: 20:1
- Minority enrollment: 97%
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Orange County Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
The teacher population of 251 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Orange County Community College
(NY) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
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
251 staff
158 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Orange County Community College has declined by 13% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 has decreased from 23:1 over five years.
The Orange County Community College diversity score of 0.68 is less than the state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has declined by 5% over five years.
Total Enrollment
5,047 students
791 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
10:1
# Full-Time Students
2,008 students
469 students
# Part-Time Students
3,039 students
322 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
365 students
428 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
2,008 students
469 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
22 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
3,039 students
333 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
44 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
382 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
3%
8%
% Asian
13%
18%
% Hispanic
n/a
1%
% Black
25%
23%
% White
3%
3%
% Hawaiian
48%
40%
% Two or more races
8%
5%
% Non Resident races
n/a
n/a
% Unknown races
n/a
2%
Diversity Score
0.68
0.74
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.2573%
0.375%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.3889%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$37,000
$35,200
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $5,376 is more than the state average of $5,370. The in-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $10,752 is more than the state average of $10,073. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$5,376
$5,370
Out-State Tuition Fees
$10,752
$10,073
Tuition Notes
To qualify for in-state tuition rates, students need to submit a certificate of residency, verifying that they are a New York State Resident.
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
80%
88%
Median Debt for Graduates
$12,000
$13,841
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
90%
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
Sports
Total Sports Offered
7 sports
Sports
Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Volleyball
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
22 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
All 4 Jesus Campus Fellowship, Apprentice Players, Architectural Club, Biology Club, BOA (Board of Activities), Bridges Club, Business Club, C.O.T.A, Chemistry Club, Criminal Justice Club, Future Teachers of America, Magic the Gathering Club, Med Lab Tech Society, Nursing Club, Outdoors Club, Parent's Club, PTA Club, Rad Tech Club, SADHA, SAGA (Sexuality and Gender Alliance), Student Senate, Student Veterans of America
All 4 Jesus Campus Fellowship, Apprentice Players, Architectural Club, Biology Club, BOA (Board of Activities), Bridges Club, Business Club, C.O.T.A, Chemistry Club, Criminal Justice Club, Future Teachers of America, Magic the Gathering Club, Med Lab Tech Society, Nursing Club, Outdoors Club, Parent's Club, PTA Club, Rad Tech Club, SADHA, SAGA (Sexuality and Gender Alliance), Student Senate, Student Veterans of America
Source: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- Founded 1950, Orange County Community College is a two-year institution of higher education established by the authority of the State of New York and sponsored by the County of Orange. At SUNY Orange, you'll find an academic environment ideally suited for your personal and professional goals. SUNY Orange offers 44 academic programs in areas such as Business, The Health Professions, Liberal Arts, and Technology. Whether you are looking to develop your career skills or transfer to a four-year institution, we are confident that a SUNY Orange education can start you on the road to success. The Middletown campus is located in Middletown, midway between the Hudson and Delaware Rivers at the foot of the Catskill Mountains. The 37-acre former estate features 40,000 square feet of classrooms, laboratories, lecture halls, offices, a swimming pool, gymnasium, library and learning resource center. SUNY Orange offers three two-year associate degree programs. The AA and AS degree are for students interested in transferring to four-year institutions. The AAS degree is designed to prepare students for work in a number of career fields. One-year certificates are also available. The college is accredited by Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Orange County Community College cost?
Orange County Community College's tuition is approximately $5,376 for In-State students and $10,752 for Out-State students.
What is the acceptance rate of Orange County Community College?
The acceptance rate of Orange County Community College is 90%, which is higher than the state average of 74%.
What sports does Orange County Community College offer?
Orange County Community College offers 7 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Golf, Soccer, Softball and Volleyball.
What is Orange County Community College's ranking?
Orange County Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in New York for: Largest student body.
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