- A unit of the State University of New York, Cayuga is a two-year community college sponsored by Cayuga County and governed by a 10-member board of trustees.The College's Auburn campus is located in the city of Auburn in Cayuga County, the heart of the Finger Lakes Region of Central New York.
School Highlights
Cayuga County Community College serves 3,580 students (23% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 49:1 is higher than the state community college average of 24:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 63%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 3,580 students
- In-state tuition: $4,326
- Out-state tuition: $8,652
- Student-teacher ratio: 49:1
- Minority enrollment: 27%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Cayuga County Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
School Overview
The teacher population of 73 teachers has declined by 69% over five years.
Cayuga County Community College
(NY) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
0
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
4
Institution Control
Public
0
Total Faculty
73 staff
43 staff
Number of Programs Offered
-2
9
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Cayuga County Community College has grown by 23% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 49:1 has increased from 15:1 over five years.
The Cayuga County Community College diversity score of 0.45 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has grown by 53% over five years.
Total Enrollment
3,580 students
953 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
49:1
24:1
# Full-Time Students
819 students
528 students
# Part-Time Students
2,761 students
425 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
165 students
411 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
819 students
511 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
37 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
2,761 students
461 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
24 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
382 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
n/a
% Asian
3%
8%
% Hispanic
3%
23%
% Black
8%
19%
% White
73%
37%
% Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
% Two or more races
n/a
3%
% Non Resident races
1%
3%
% Unknown races
10%
7%
Diversity Score
0.45
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
25%
35%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$33,700
$35,200
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $4,326 is less than the state average of $5,715. The in-state tuition has declined by 31% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $8,652 is less than the state average of $10,262. The out-state tuition has declined by 23% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$4,326
$5,715
Out-State Tuition Fees
$8,652
$10,262
Tuition Notes
$178.00 per credit h
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
81%
89%
Median Debt for Graduates
$14,000
$13,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,500
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
n/a
78%
SAT Reading
n/a
475
SAT Math
n/a
507
SAT Writing
n/a
487
ACT Composite
n/a
21
ACT English
n/a
20
ACT Math
n/a
22
Sports
Total Sports Offered
7 sports
Sports
BasketballBowling
GolfLacrosse
SoccerSoftball
Volleyball
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- School Mascot: Spartans
- On April 9, 1953, the State University of New York (SUNY) Board of Trustees approved the establishment of a community college in Auburn under the sponsorship of the Auburn City School District. Auburn Community College opened its doors the following September in the former James Street Elementary School. It was the first community college developed entirely after the establishment of SUNY. When Cayuga County assumed sponsorship for the College in July 1975, the name was officially changed to Cayuga County Community College. Today, more than 4,000 students are enrolled either full-time or part-time at Cayuga's two locations. With over 25,000 alumni to the College's credit, Cayuga has produced graduates of distinction in a wide array of fields. The flexibility to respond to the community's changing needs is a hallmark of higher education at Cayuga. Not only recent high school graduates, but also working adults, busy parents, and retirees can take courses and pursue an associate degree by studying at Cayuga days, evenings, weekends, or online. The College has earned a reputation for helping people reach their educational goals through small classes, a nurturing academic environment, and affordable tuition. Cayuga's trustees, faculty and staff remain committed to providing outstanding academic programs and dynamic services, as an essential and evolving higher education resource for the community. Cayuga Community College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission and the Society of Broadcast Engineers.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Cayuga County Community College cost?
Cayuga County Community College's tuition is approximately $4,326 for In-State students and $8,652 for Out-State students.
What sports does Cayuga County Community College offer?
Cayuga County Community College offers 7 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Bowling, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball and Volleyball.
What is Cayuga County Community College's ranking?
Cayuga County Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in New York for: Least expensive tuition.
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