- Founded in 1953, Hudson Valley Community College offers more than 85 degree and certificate programs in three schools: Business and Liberal Arts; Health Sciences; and Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM); and an Educational Opportunity Center for academic and career training. One of 30 community colleges in the State University of New York system, it has an enrollment of nearly 9,000 students and is known as a leader in distance learning initiatives and workforce training. Hudson Valley has more than 80,000 alumni.
School Highlights
Hudson Valley Community College serves 9,227 students (52% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 32:1 is higher than the state community college average of 24:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is less than the state average of 63%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 9,227 students
- In-state tuition: $5,964
- Out-state tuition: $10,764
- Acceptance Rate: 51%
- Student-teacher ratio: 32:1
- Minority enrollment: 37%
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Hudson Valley Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
The teacher population of 285 teachers has declined by 69% over five years.
Hudson Valley 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
Colors
White, Green, Hunter green
Total Faculty
285 staff
43 staff
Number of Programs Offered
-2
9
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Hudson Valley Community College has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 32:1 has increased from 15:1 over five years.
The Hudson Valley Community College diversity score of 0.58 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has grown by 25% over five years.
Total Enrollment
9,227 students
953 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
32:1
24:1
# Full-Time Students
4,801 students
528 students
# Part-Time Students
4,426 students
425 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
684 students
411 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
4,801 students
511 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
37 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
4,426 students
461 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
24 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
382 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
n/a
% Asian
8%
8%
% Hispanic
7%
23%
% Black
11%
19%
% White
63%
37%
% Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
% Two or more races
3%
3%
% Non Resident races
1%
3%
% Unknown races
6%
7%
Diversity Score
0.58
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
29%
35%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$39,900
$35,200
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $5,964 is more than the state average of $5,715. The in-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $10,764 is more than the state average of $10,262. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$5,964
$5,715
Out-State Tuition Fees
$10,764
$10,262
Tuition Notes
$211 per credit hour for NYS residents.
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
74%
89%
Median Debt for Graduates
$10,909
$13,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,057
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
51%
75%
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
12 sports
Sports
BaseballBasketball
BowlingCross Country
FootballGolf
LacrosseSoccer
SoftballTennis
Track and FieldVolleyball
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- School Mascot: Viking, Victor The Viking
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Grace H., transferred to Cornell -
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Hudson Valley Community College cost?
Hudson Valley Community College's tuition is approximately $5,964 for In-State students and $10,764 for Out-State students.
What is the acceptance rate of Hudson Valley Community College?
The acceptance rate of Hudson Valley Community College is 51%, which is lower than the state average of 75%.
Who are famous alumni from Hudson Valley Community College?
Hudson Valley Community College famous alumni include: Grace H., transferred to Cornell.
What sports does Hudson Valley Community College offer?
Hudson Valley Community College offers 12 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is Hudson Valley Community College's ranking?
Hudson Valley Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in New York for: Largest student body.
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