At a glance
Average net price
$22,386
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
64.7%
Admission rate
77%
Undergrad size
708
In-state tuition
$38,976
Out-of-state tuition
$38,976
Cost of attendance
$52,449
Median earnings (10y)
$57,550
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,314
- ACT midpoint
- Not available
- Retention
- 69.8%
- Locale
- City
Programs breakdown
15 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by social sciences (41%), business (19%), health (18%).
- STEM5%
- Health18%
- Business19%
- Humanities & arts11%
- Social sciences41%
- Trades & services6%
- Business19.2%~136 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Health professions17.7%~125 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Education14.6%~104 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~93 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Psychology10.8%~76 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~44 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Liberal arts3.9%~27 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~16 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Social sciences2.3%~16 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- History2.3%~16 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~16 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- English1.5%~11 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~11 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~11 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Mathematics0.8%~5 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
27 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor's | 74 | $64,453 | $27,000 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 52 | $38,599 | $27,000 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 38 | $23,469 | $27,000 |
| Human Services, General. | Associate's | 27 | — | — |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 22 | $23,579 | $27,000 |
| Human Services, General. | Bachelor's | 20 | — | $27,000 |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Bachelor's | 18 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Master's | 16 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Master's | 15 | — | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 14 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master's | 13 | — | — |
| Education, General. | Master's | 12 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Bachelor's | 12 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 11 | — | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor's | 10 | $34,797 | — |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services. | Bachelor's | 10 | — | — |
| Biological and Physical Sciences. | Bachelor's | 9 | — | — |
| Social Sciences, Other. | Bachelor's | 8 | — | — |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 7 | — | — |
| Mathematics. | Bachelor's | 7 | — | — |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor's | 7 | — | — |
| History. | Bachelor's | 7 | — | — |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
| Non-Professional Legal Studies. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
| Chemistry. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Elmira College
Elmira College is a small institution located in Elmira, New York, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 708 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Business, Health professions, Education.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Elmira College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $22,386 per year, which is above the national average compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $38,976 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $52,449 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 64.7%, a above-average completion outcome. 69.8% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $57,550 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Elmira College confers degrees and certificates across 15 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Business, Health professions, Education. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by social sciences (41% of credentials), business (19% of credentials), health (18% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Elmira College accepts 77% of applicants, making it moderately selective. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,314.
Location & campus
Set in Elmira, New York (city), Elmira College draws students from across New York and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Elmira College
Q.How much does Elmira College cost?
The average net price at Elmira College is $22,386 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $52,449.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Elmira College?
Elmira College has a 6-year graduation rate of 64.7% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Elmira College?
Elmira College admits 77% of applicants, which is considered moderately selective.
Q.How much do Elmira College graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Elmira College graduate earns $57,550 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Elmira College?
Published tuition is $38,976 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Elmira College located?
Elmira College is located in Elmira, New York (ZIP 14901).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Elmira College at their official website.