Corning Community College

Overview

Corning Community College (CCC), established in 1956 as part of the State University of New York (SUNY) system, is a public community college located in the Southern Tier region of New York. Situated near the city of Elmira and within an approximate two-hour drive from Rochester, CCC provides a scenic campus environment set against the backdrop of the Appalachian Mountains. The college is known for facilitating a range of associate degree programs, with particular emphasis on liberal arts, science, and nursing, as well as career-focused technical and vocational education. CCC maintains an open-admissions policy, making educational opportunities accessible to a diverse student population. While on-campus housing is not offered, the college supports a commuter campus atmosphere enriched with activities and facilities that accommodate its predominantly local student body. Academic enrichment is complemented by a selection of student-run clubs and leadership opportunities, although CCC is not predominantly recognized for intercollegiate athletics.

Corning Community College has an open admission policy which permits enrollment by any high school graduate or GED holding student.  1,307 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 2,479 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $5,170 plus fees of $796.