- SUNY Adirondack is a public community college in Queensbury, New York. It serves residents in Warren, Washington and northern Saratoga counties in New York State with over 30 academic programs of study. It was founded in 1961 as Adirondack Community College.
School Highlights
SUNY Adirondack serves 3,738 students (41% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the state community college average of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 62%.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Enrollment: 3,738 students
- In-state tuition: $4,302
- Out-state tuition: $8,172
- Student:teacher ratio: 12:1
- Minority enrollment: 18%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
SUNY Adirondack ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
School Overview
The teacher population of 321 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
SUNY Adirondack
(NY) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-High Traditional
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges: Mixed Baccalaureate/Associate's
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
Total Faculty
321 staff
159 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of SUNY Adirondack has grown by 9% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 has increased from 9:1 over five years.
The SUNY Adirondack diversity score of 0.32 is less than the state average of 0.76. The school's diversity has grown by 44% over five years.
Total Enrollment
3,738 students
1,129 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
# Full-Time Students
1,548 students
528 students
# Part-Time Students
2,190 students
601 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
373 students
357 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,548 students
519 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
44 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
2,190 students
850 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
41 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
408 students
382 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
n/a
% Asian
2%
8%
% Hispanic
4%
23%
% Black
4%
18%
% White
82%
38%
% Hawaiian
n/a
2%
% Two or more races
3%
3%
% Non Resident races
n/a
3%
% Unknown races
4%
5%
Diversity Score
0.32
0.76
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
26%
33%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
40%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$33,500
$35,200
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $4,302 is less than the state average of $5,902. The in-state tuition has declined by 26% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $8,172 is less than the state average of $10,404. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$4,302
$5,902
Out-State Tuition Fees
$8,172
$10,404
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
76%
88%
Median Debt for Graduates
$13,841
$13,841
Median Debt for Dropouts
$7,123
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
n/a
74%
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: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- ACC offers extensive Associate degrees and Certificate programs and practices transfer agreements with numerous Colleges and University. The college is small enough to provide rewarding personal interaction between the professor and the student, yet large enough to offer diversity in choice of program. We have high quality transfer courses and curricula for students who wish to pursue their first two years of a four-year degree at ACC before transferring to a four-year college or university. Adirondack Community College offer unparalleled occupational skills training in numerous technical, business and health-care fields geared toward preparing students for high-wage, high-skill, high-demand occupations. Adirondack Community College earns high rankings in its academic programs, student satisfaction and career placement, as well as transfer success. As part of the State University of New York, Adirondack Community College (ACC) is a two-year college accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does SUNY Adirondack cost?
SUNY Adirondack's tuition is approximately $4,302 for In-State students and $8,172 for Out-State students.
What is SUNY Adirondack's ranking?
SUNY Adirondack ranks among the top 20% of community college in New York for: Least expensive tuition.
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