- Corning Community College offers an extensive yet affordable range of educational, cultural, and social opportunities to a diverse population of full-time and part-time learners. We focus on student achievement by stressing quality teaching and personal attention. Our emphasis on high standards of quality and technological advancement provides a flexible learning environment in which students are prepared for a life of service to their professions and their communities in a globally interdependent society. We promote intellectual and personal growth, meet the educational needs of the community through transfer, career, certificate, and training programs, and enhance economic development.
School Highlights
SUNY Corning Community College serves 3,720 students (33% of students are full-time).
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 63%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 3,720 students
- In-state tuition: $4,700
- Out-state tuition: $8,850
- Minority enrollment: 50%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Overview
The teacher population of 71 teachers has declined by 72% over five years.
SUNY Corning Community College
(NY) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
Associate's 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
71 staff
43 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of SUNY Corning Community College has declined by 19% over five years.
The SUNY Corning Community College diversity score of 0.59 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has declined by 21% over five years.
Total Enrollment
3,720 students
953 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
52:1
24:1
# Full-Time Students
1,239 students
528 students
# Part-Time Students
2,481 students
425 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
187 students
401 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,239 students
511 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
2,481 students
461 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
265 students
382 students
% Asian
2%
8%
% Hispanic
3%
23%
% Black
4%
19%
% White
50%
37%
% Unknown races
40%
7%
Diversity Score
0.59
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
40%
35%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$33,500
$34,200
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $4,700 is less than the state average of $5,715. The in-state tuition has declined by 21% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $8,850 is less than the state average of $10,262. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$4,700
$5,715
Out-State Tuition Fees
$8,850
$10,262
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
85%
89%
Median Debt for Graduates
$11,950
$13,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,376
$5,500
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- Founded in 1956 by the Corning-Painted Post School District, CCC began modestly in a scattering of old buildings in the city of Corning. Today, we encompass a 550-acre main campus on Spencer Hill with a complex of eight buildings plus an observatory and planetarium. We've also expanded our vision to provide services at a variety of off-campus sites throughout Steuben, Chemung and Schuyler counties. Students from age 16 to 70 attend CCC and take courses in 48 different degree and certificate programs leading to careers or transfer to further education. Many doctors, engineers, lawyers, nurses, business people, teachers, technologists and even an astronaut have begun at CCC. Currently, approximately 3,300 full-time equivalent (FTE) students are enrolled, representing 5,000-6,000 students taking our fully accredited credit offerings. Whether your goal is to transfer to a four-year college, enhance your current job skills, or begin a career Corning Community College is the smart choice. CCC provides an excellent educational foundation at an affordable price, and students may attend on either a full-time or part-time basis, depending on individual need. Our unique programs, comfortable learning environment, and dedicated faculty and student support staff create a campus community that enhances the learning experience for each student.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does SUNY Corning Community College cost?
SUNY Corning Community College's tuition is approximately $4,700 for In-State students and $8,850 for Out-State students.
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Quick Facts
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