Mohawk Valley Community College

1101 Sherman Dr
Utica, NY 13501
Top Ranked (2024): View Rankings
  • 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 5,704 students (44% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is higher than the state community college average of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the state average of 57%.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Enrollment: 5,704 students
  • In-state tuition: $4,415
  • Out-state tuition: $8,225
  • Student:teacher ratio: 11:1
  • Minority enrollment: 25%
  • 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:

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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
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
Public
Total Faculty
518 staff
158 staff
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Student Body

The student population of Mohawk Valley Community College has declined by 5% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 has decreased from 12:1 over five years.
The Mohawk Valley Community College diversity score of 0.42 is less than the state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has declined by 9% over five years.
Total Enrollment
5,704 students
1,460 students
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Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
10:1
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# Full-Time Students
2,532 students
869 students
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# Part-Time Students
3,172 students
591 students
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# Enrollment Undergraduate
419 students
428 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
2,532 students
869 students
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# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
25 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
3,172 students
586 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
42 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
459 students
408 students
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% Asian
7%
8%
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% Hispanic
7%
23%
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% Black
6%
17%
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% White
75%
43%
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% Two or more races
3%
2%
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% Non Resident races
1%
4%
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% Unknown races
n/a
3%
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Diversity Score
0.42
0.72
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
32%
30%
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
1.55%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$33,700
$35,200
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Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The public in-state tuition of $4,415 is less than the state average of $5,826. The in-state tuition has declined by 12% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $8,225 is less than the state average of $10,328. The out-state tuition has declined by 11% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$4,415
$5,826
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Out-State Tuition Fees
$8,225
$10,328
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% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
91%
93%
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Median Debt for Graduates
$10,500
$13,841
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Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$5,500
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Acceptance Rate
n/a
72%
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: 2021 (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.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Enrollment: 5,704 students
  • In-state tuition: $4,415
  • Out-state tuition: $8,225
  • Student:teacher ratio: 11:1
  • Minority enrollment: 25%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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