- The mission of Fulton-Montgomery Community College is to be responsive to the changing needs of our society by providing quality accessible transfer and career opportunities, by building relationships with community partners, by disseminating new technologies, by supporting economic development and by fostering cultural and intellectual enrichment.
School Highlights
Fulton-Montgomery Community College serves 1,946 students (40% 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 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 57%.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Enrollment: 1,946 students
- In-state tuition: $4,168
- Out-state tuition: $7,816
- Student:teacher ratio: 11:1
- Minority enrollment: 33%
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Fulton-Montgomery Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
School Overview
The teacher population of 176 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Fulton-Montgomery 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
176 staff
158 staff
Student Body
The student population of Fulton-Montgomery Community College has declined by 19% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 has decreased from 14:1 over five years.
The Fulton-Montgomery Community College diversity score of 0.53 is less than the state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has declined by 10% over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,946 students
1,460 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
10:1
# Full-Time Students
778 students
869 students
# Part-Time Students
1,168 students
591 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
130 students
428 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
778 students
869 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
25 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1,168 students
642 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
42 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
288 students
382 students
% Asian
2%
8%
% Hispanic
11%
23%
% Black
3%
17%
% White
67%
43%
% Two or more races
6%
2%
% Non Resident races
5%
4%
% Unknown races
6%
3%
Diversity Score
0.53
0.72
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
33%
30%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
1.55%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$33,400
$35,200
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $4,168 is less than the state average of $5,961. The in-state tuition has declined by 16% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $7,816 is less than the state average of $10,369. The out-state tuition has grown by 55% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$4,168
$5,961
Out-State Tuition Fees
$7,816
$10,369
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
94%
93%
Median Debt for Graduates
$12,000
$13,841
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$5,500
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
- Fulton-Montgomery Community College is located on 195 acres in the foothills of the beautiful Adirondack Mountains between Albany and Utica, NY. FMCC is dedicated to providing students with a quality education in an environment that nurtures success. With over 45 degree and certificate programs, the college offers small classes, individualized attention, and many diverse programs. Centered around a picturesque campus quad, campus facilities include a Student Union Building, The Evans Library, Communications and Media Arts Building, a Physical Education Building, which houses a state-of-the art Wellness Center, a Classroom Building and an Administration Building. The addition of the NASA-funded Spatial Information Technology Center allows students to study in the disciplines of geographic information systems (GIS), global positioning systems (GPS), remote sensing, and cartography. As a College of the State University of New York, Fulton-Montgomery Community College offers students an excellent two-year education at a very affordable price. The college offers many different academic certificate and degree programs. Fulton-Montgomery Community College is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools. All of its programs are registered with the New York State Department of Education and are approved for the training of veterans under the various public laws.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Fulton-Montgomery Community College cost?
Fulton-Montgomery Community College's tuition is approximately $4,168 for In-State students and $7,816 for Out-State students.
What is Fulton-Montgomery Community College's ranking?
Fulton-Montgomery Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in New York for: Least expensive tuition.
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