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Tompkins Cortland Community College

Dryden, NY·Public·www.tompkinscortland.edu/

Campus Identity

Tompkins Cortland Community College is a public community college in Dryden, NY. Ski resorts are within 7 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 67/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Tompkins Cortland Community College is a public community college in Dryden, NY. Ski resorts are within 7 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 67/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

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Acceptance Rate
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ACT Score (50th %ile)
$5,355
In-State Tuition
+$1,270 fees
$11,010
Out-of-State Tuition
+$1,270 fees
$11,626
Room & Board
17 meals/week
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Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
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Yield Rate
Admitted students who enrolled
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Athletics

Campus Lifestyle

School Size & Setting

1,000–4,999

Rural setting

Beach Access

184 miles

Rockaway Beach, NY

Weather

Cold Climate

38°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

220 skiable acres8 lifts
20 mi away
93 skiable acres5 lifts
Labrador Mt.

New York

22 mi away
250 skiable acres4 lifts

Nearest Beach

Rockaway Beach, NY

Ocean access within 184.2 miles

184 mi away

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Dryden, NY

21°Jan22°Feb30°Mar43°Apr55°May64°Jun68°Jul66°Aug60°Sep48°Oct38°Nov28°Dec

Station: FREEVILLE 1 NE · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students

67/100
Pretty Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety638550
63/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
85/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
50/100
Party Scene
drug, alcohol & weapons enforcement

On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.

Cost Breakdown

Annual costs for the 2023–24 academic year. Source: IPEDS/NCES 2024.

Tuition
$5,355$11,010
Fees
$1,270$1,270
Room & Board
$11,626$11,626
Total
$18,251$23,906
In-StateOut-of-State
Meal Plan: 17 meals/week

These are sticker prices. Your actual cost may be much lower with financial aid.

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Fields of Study

54 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's
189 grads/yr$42,374
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingAssociate's
54 grads/yr$88,162
Business Administration, Management and OperationsAssociate's
24 grads/yr
Human Services, GeneralAssociate's
15 grads/yr
Criminal Justice and CorrectionsAssociate's
11 grads/yr

Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's54 grads$88,162
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Associate's189 grads$42,374
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Associate's24 grads
Human Services, General
Associate's15 grads
Criminal Justice and Corrections
Associate's11 grads
Radio, Television, and Digital Communication
Associate's10 grads
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions
Associate's8 grads
International Business
Associate's8 grads
Audiovisual Communications Technologies/Technicians
Associate's7 grads
Information Science/Studies
Associate's7 grads

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Tompkins Cortland Community College located?

Tompkins Cortland Community College is located in Dryden, NY. The main campus address is 170 North St, Dryden, NY. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend Tompkins Cortland Community College?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Tompkins Cortland Community College charges $5,355/year for in-state students and $11,010/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board ($11,626/year), the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $12,280/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use Tompkins Cortland Community College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Tompkins Cortland Community College the right fit for me?

Whether Tompkins Cortland Community College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($11,010/year out-of-state), campus culture in Dryden, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Tompkins Cortland Community College against similar schools side-by-side.

Data sourced from IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Tompkins Cortland Community College directly for the most current information.

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Dryden, NY
Size
1,000–4,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Cold · 38°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
67/100
Nearest Airport
Ithaca, NY (ITH) · 9 mialso BGM (26 mi), ELM (39 mi)

Location

Dryden, NY

Data Sources: Admissions, cost, and enrollment data sourced from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) (NCES, 2024 survey year). Fields of Study data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. On Campus Safety Score computed from Clery Act data (U.S. Dept. of Education, 3-year average normalized per 1,000 students). Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.