At a glance
Average net price
$7,765
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
28.0%
Admission rate
Not available
Undergrad size
6,099
In-state tuition
$6,100
Out-of-state tuition
$11,300
Cost of attendance
$14,348
Median earnings (10y)
$41,228
Admissions
- SAT average
- Not available
- ACT midpoint
- Not available
- Retention
- Not available
- Locale
- City
Programs breakdown
25 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by trades & services (25%), humanities & arts (20%), stem (16%).
- STEM16%
- Health15%
- Business11%
- Humanities & arts20%
- Social sciences13%
- Trades & services25%
- Liberal arts15.6%~954 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Health professions15.0%~918 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Business11.3%~687 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- ~620 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~506 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Engineering tech7.6%~466 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Social sciences6.1%~371 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Computer science5.6%~339 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~190 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Communication2.1%~127 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~104 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~99 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~99 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Legal1.4%~86 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~81 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Engineering1.3%~77 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~73 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~68 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~63 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Education0.8%~50 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~45 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Agriculture0.7%~41 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~27 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~4 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Mathematics0.1%~4 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
40 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate's | 567 | $22,430 | $10,090 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Associate's | 293 | $27,799 | $10,300 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Associate's | 185 | $29,266 | $8,750 |
| Social Sciences, General. | Associate's | 162 | — | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Undergraduate certificate | 140 | $61,764 | $17,125 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate's | 109 | $60,741 | $20,152 |
| Electromechanical Technologies/Technicians. | Undergraduate certificate | 97 | — | $5,677 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians. | Associate's | 90 | $35,929 | $11,000 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions. | Associate's | 86 | $43,313 | $18,737 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Associate's | 73 | $38,923 | $12,000 |
| Human Services, General. | Undergraduate certificate | 61 | — | — |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR). | Undergraduate certificate | 55 | $32,538 | $6,500 |
| Legal Support Services. | Associate's | 49 | $27,675 | $14,894 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate's | 47 | $52,827 | $17,268 |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Associate's | 43 | — | $11,000 |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services. | Associate's | 39 | $22,930 | — |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection. | Associate's | 39 | $35,044 | $8,710 |
| Natural Sciences. | Associate's | 37 | — | — |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions. | Undergraduate certificate | 36 | — | — |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Associate's | 36 | $35,262 | — |
| Mechanical Engineering Related Technologies/Technicians. | Associate's | 34 | — | — |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Associate's | 34 | — | — |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Associate's | 30 | — | — |
| Computer Engineering Technologies/Technicians. | Associate's | 27 | — | — |
| Precision Metal Working. | Undergraduate certificate | 27 | — | — |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions. | Associate's | 26 | — | $11,898 |
| Teaching Assistants/Aides. | Undergraduate certificate | 25 | — | — |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General. | Associate's | 24 | — | $18,175 |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services. | Associate's | 23 | $21,435 | $6,439 |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions. | Associate's | 23 | — | — |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians. | Undergraduate certificate | 22 | — | — |
| Computer Science. | Associate's | 21 | — | — |
| Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians. | Associate's | 21 | — | — |
| Engineering, General. | Associate's | 20 | — | — |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Associate's | 20 | $30,344 | $17,717 |
| Ophthalmic and Optometric Support Services and Allied Professions. | Associate's | 20 | $31,868 | — |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection. | Undergraduate certificate | 19 | — | — |
| Architectural Engineering Technologies/Technicians. | Associate's | 17 | — | — |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management. | Undergraduate certificate | 16 | — | — |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 15 | — | — |
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 Erie Community College
Erie Community College is a large institution located in Buffalo, New York, primarily awarding the associate degree. It enrolls roughly 6,099 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Liberal arts, Health professions, Business.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Erie Community College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $7,765 per year, which is very affordable compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $6,100 for in-state students and $11,300 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $14,348 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 28.0%, a below-average completion outcome. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $41,228 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Erie Community College confers degrees and certificates across 25 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Liberal arts, Health professions, Business. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by trades & services (25% of credentials), humanities & arts (20% of credentials), stem (16% 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
Admission rate data is not reported for this institution, which is typical for open-admission community and trade schools.
Location & campus
Set in Buffalo, New York (city), Erie Community 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 Erie Community College
Q.How much does Erie Community College cost?
The average net price at Erie Community College is $7,765 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $14,348.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Erie Community College?
Erie Community College has a 6-year graduation rate of 28.0% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How much do Erie Community College graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Erie Community College graduate earns $41,228 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Erie Community College?
Published tuition is $6,100 in-state and $11,300 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Erie Community College located?
Erie Community College is located in Buffalo, New York (ZIP 14203).
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 Erie Community College at their official website.