For the 2025 school year, there is 1 community college serving 7,761 students in Tompkins County County, New York.
The average community college acceptance rate in New York is 68% (compared to national acceptance rates).
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), and the student:teacher ratio is 24:1.
Community Colleges in Tompkins County (2025)
College
Location
Students
170 North St
Dryden, NY 13053
(607) 844-8211
Dryden, NY 13053
(607) 844-8211
| 7,761 students
Frequently Asked Questions
How many community colleges are located in Tompkins County, NY?
There is 1 community colleges serving 7,761 students in Tompkins County, NY.
What is community college acceptance rate in Tompkins County, NY?
The average community college acceptance rate in New York is 68% (compared to national acceptance rates).
How diverse are community college in Tompkins County, NY?
Community colleges in Tompkins County, NY have approximately 27% minority enrollment, with the majority being Hispanic and Black.
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