- Columbia鈥揋reene Community College is a public community college in Hudson, New York. Founded in 1966, it is part of the State University of New York system and is locally sponsored by two rural counties, Columbia and Greene, which have a combined population of about 112,000.
School Highlights
Columbia-Greene Community College serves 1,616 students (29% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 33:1 is higher than the state community college average of 24:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 63%.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Enrollment: 1,616 students
- In-state tuition: $4,410
- Out-state tuition: $8,490
- Acceptance Rate: 78%
- Student-teacher ratio: 33:1
- Minority enrollment: 42%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Columbia-Greene Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
School Overview
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 69% over five years.
Columbia-Greene 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
Year Founded
1969
Total Faculty
49 staff
43 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Columbia-Greene Community College has grown by 11% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 33:1 has increased from 9:1 over five years.
The Columbia-Greene Community College diversity score of 0.62 is less than the state average of 0.76. The school's diversity has grown by 70% over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,616 students
953 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
33:1
24:1
# Full-Time Students
464 students
528 students
# Part-Time Students
1,152 students
425 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
1,616 students
717 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
464 students
511 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1,152 students
495 students
% Asian
4%
8%
% Hispanic
12%
23%
% Black
14%
19%
% White
58%
37%
% Two or more races
4%
3%
% Unknown races
8%
7%
Diversity Score
0.62
0.76
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
33%
35%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$37,000
$35,300
Tuition & Financial Aid
The public in-state tuition of $4,410 is less than the state average of $5,849. The in-state tuition has declined by 21% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $8,490 is less than the state average of $10,299. The out-state tuition has declined by 19% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$4,410
$5,849
Out-State Tuition Fees
$8,490
$10,299
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
84%
89%
Median Debt for Graduates
$12,969
$13,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
78%
80%
Sports
School Mascot
Twins
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Columbia-Greene Community College cost?
Columbia-Greene Community College's tuition is approximately $4,410 for In-State students and $8,490 for Out-State students.
What is the acceptance rate of Columbia-Greene Community College?
The acceptance rate of Columbia-Greene Community College is 78%, which is lower than the state average of 80%.
What is Columbia-Greene Community College's ranking?
Columbia-Greene Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in New York for: Least expensive tuition.
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