- With more than 40 degree and certificate programs, and direct transfer agreements with top colleges and universities, SUNY Adirondack offers students a high-quality education for incredible value, whether pursuing a career or taking that first step toward an advanced degree.
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 24:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 63%.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Enrollment: 3,738 students
- In-state tuition: $3,400
- Out-state tuition: $4,840
- Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
- Minority enrollment: 17%
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
SUNY Adirondack ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
Programs offered
Completion Rates
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
Associate's Colleges
Institution Level
Less than 2 yrs
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Private not-for-profit
Year Founded
1961
Campus Size
141 acres
Total Faculty
321 staff
43 staff
Number of Programs Offered
41
8
School Calendar
School Motto
Great futures start here.
Student Body
The student population of SUNY Adirondack has grown by 24% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 has increased from 11:1 over five years.
The SUNY Adirondack diversity score of 0.31 is less than the state average of 0.76. The school's diversity has grown by 50% over five years.
Total Enrollment
3,738 students
953 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
24:1
# Full-Time Students
1,548 students
528 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Part-Time Students
2,190 students
425 students
Showing 2013–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Enrollment Undergraduate
3,738 students
717 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,548 students
511 students
Showing 2013–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
2,190 students
495 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
408 students
382 students
% Asian
2%
8%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Hispanic
4%
23%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Black
4%
19%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% White
83%
37%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Two or more races
3%
3%
% Unknown races
4%
7%
Diversity Score
0.31
0.76
Showing 2011–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
26%
35%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$33,500
$35,300
Tuition & Financial Aid
The public in-state tuition of $3,400 is less than the state average of $5,849. The in-state tuition has declined by 41% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $4,840 is less than the state average of $10,299. The out-state tuition has declined by 41% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$3,400
$5,849
Out-State Tuition Fees
$4,840
$10,299
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
76%
89%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Median Debt for Graduates
$13,841
$13,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$7,123
$5,500
Sports
Total Sports Offered
6 sports
Sports
BaseballBasketball
GolfSoccer
SoftballVolleyball
School Mascot
Eddy Rondack
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
32 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Active MindsAdirondack Broadcast Association
Anime ClubArt Club
Black and Latinx Student UnionBusiness Club
Cannabis Botanic DevelopmentChemistry Club
Chi Alpha Bible StudyCollege Activity Board
Culinary ClubDiversity Committee
Engineering and Computer Science ClubEOP Achievers Club
Fishing ClubForest Bathing Book Club
Gaming ClubLegacy Leaders
MathematicsMedia Arts Club
Men of Color AllianceNursing Club
Outdoor Education ClubPhi Theta Kappa Honor Society
PRIDE ClubResidence Hall Association
Shooting ClubStudent Senate
Sustainability ClubTheater Club
Veterans ClubWorld Studies Club
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- SUNY Adirondack offers more than 40 associate degree, microcredential and certificate programs to prepare you for a career or transfer to a bachelor's degree program. The college offers dual acceptance and articulation agreements with several SUNY and private colleges and universities. SUNY Adirondack 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, SUNY Adirondack is a community college accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools.Faculty members at SUNY Adirondack have the credentials to teach anywhere, but choose to be part of a team of dedicated educators building the future of upstate New York one student at a time. Support is critical to the educational experience at the college. With structured classes and one-on-one guidance and mentoring, our faculty lead students through the academic process and into the future.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does SUNY Adirondack cost?
SUNY Adirondack's tuition is approximately $3,400 for In-State students and $4,840 for Out-State students.
What sports does SUNY Adirondack offer?
SUNY Adirondack offers 6 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Golf, Soccer, Softball and Volleyball.
What is SUNY Adirondack's ranking?
SUNY Adirondack ranks among the top 20% of community college in New York for: Least expensive tuition, Most Programs Offered and Highest completion rates.
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
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Private not-for-profit
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(518) 494-4723
Pottersville, NY 12860
(518) 494-4723
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Enrollment: 489 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
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(518) 381-1200
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(518) 381-1200
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Private not-for-profit
650 McClellan St
Schenectady, NY 12304
(518) 243-4471
Schenectady, NY 12304
(518) 243-4471
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(518) 268-5130
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(518) 268-5130
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